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A member asked:

I am having random chest pain, some severe but only lasting a few seconds, i take nitro and it goes away only to come back later, what should i do?

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See your doctor: Chest pain can be from the heart - unlikely in a 38 year old woman but not impossible. It can also be from the esophagus, the chest wall or lungs. Best bet is to see your doctor and be tested, .

Answered 7/10/2013

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