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High stressed. constipated for a week. prior 2 months skinny stools or jelly type. magnesium citrate passed only water. now stabbing chest pains. ?

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Dr. Ehsan Ansari answered

Have an exam: I'm not sure when was the last time he had a physical exam based on your presentation it's better to be examined. I need more detail about your symptoms of chest pain.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 9/18/2013

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A member asked:

High stressed. constipated for a week. prior 2 months skinny stools or jelly type. magnesium citrate passed only water. now stabbing chest pains. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ehsan Ansari answered

Dr Koch agreed

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