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At times i get a pain in my left arm after a large meal. i used to he 300lbs but now at 210. could this be a heart problem?

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Dr. Rick Koch answered

Can't say it isn't : Cardiac...But gastrointestinal is also on differential so talk to your primary physician.

Answered 7/3/2013

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A member asked:

At times i get a pain in my left arm after a large meal. i used to he 300lbs but now at 210. could this be a heart problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rick Koch answered

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