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A member asked:

Apart from asthma, what conditions lead to chest tightness?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Heart disease : Although uncommon in a 35 yo female, coronary heart disease comes to mind. You need to ask your doctor to check you out.

Dr Klein agreed

Answered 9/5/2013

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