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What Causes Sudden Cramps That Were Originating In The Heart?

hi doc. im a male 28 yrs old very active. i just woke up in the middle of the night with terrible cramps that felt like they were right in my heart. like something squeezing my heart tight. family history of heart disease. i have had this same feeling one time before but not as much pain as right now. anything to be concerned about? 6 ft 200 lbs
Mon, 30 May 2016
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This needs immediate evaluation with an EKG, echocardiogram, and a stress test to check whether this is a cardiac problem
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What Causes Sudden Cramps That Were Originating In The Heart?

HI This needs immediate evaluation with an EKG, echocardiogram, and a stress test to check whether this is a cardiac problem