for atleast 5 years i have had sharp pains
in my left chest. the pains come quickly
with no warning and only last a few
seconds. i have not found that the pains
occur when i am under stress. the pains
get worse when i attempt to take a deep
breath. recently i have thought that the
more often i purge the more often i have
these pains.
According to your age and pre-existing
conditions, your symptoms seem to be a
result of anxiety and stress (neurosis)
rather than heart or chest disorders . To
be sure, a doctor can order an
ECG-examination. If your ECG is OK, you
can seek advice from a psychiatrist for
expert help.
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