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What Causes Pain In Chest During Exertion?
Question: I have been having chest pain for two days. It cones and goes but when I exert myself it comes back. I keep burping so I keep thinking its gas. My neck also is sore but I thought I slept wrong. I do have a history of heart disease. I had stent put in six years ago but haven't had any trouble since then. I'm not sure what to do. I
Brief Answer:
ECG is needed
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
Such complaints can be caused by cardiac problems, if there is another blocked artery, it can cause pain on exertion. But sometimes such complaints can be caused by a muscle pain
I would advise you to see your doctor to perform an ECG, if it comes back normal, then a stress test may be needed.
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
ECG is needed
Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,
Such complaints can be caused by cardiac problems, if there is another blocked artery, it can cause pain on exertion. But sometimes such complaints can be caused by a muscle pain
I would advise you to see your doctor to perform an ECG, if it comes back normal, then a stress test may be needed.
Wishing you good health
In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
Regards,
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