Ive been getting a sharp pain and tightening in my chest and shortage of breath. Whats wrong?

Answer:
It could be any number of things from severe indigestion to panic attacks to heart problems. Do the safe thing. Go to the ER. If you won't do that, at least see your doctor ASAP.

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Without examining you know one on here can have a clue what is going on. Chest pain and shortness of breath is something you need to get checked out by a doctor.

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someone i know was experiencing similar syptoms and it was panic attacks and he got zoloft for anxiety.

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Perhaps it's a "stitch" in your side (caused by physical exertion combined with dehydration), but it could possibly be a cardiac issue, especially if you've got pain or tingling on your left side. I wouldn't screw around with it too much before seeing a professional....go see a doc!

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GO TO THE DR!!!! NOW!!!!!

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Review the sign and symptoms in the link and go to the ER or dial 911 as appropriate. Good luck.

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you might have had a Minny heart attack or having one own. you need to get checked out at A%26E if it gets worst.

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It could be so many things, when in doubt go to the ER. Better safe than sorry. Please take care.

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I would go to the ER. It could be nothing, it could be a heart attack, who knows. You had better get it checked out. If it is your heart, it could be getting irreversible damage. I would not mess around with this.

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Even a doctor couldn't diagnose online from distance. He or she would urgently ask you to see a doctor or go to the emergencly room. Do you have a walk-in clinic nearby? Don't ignore this, for goodness sake. It might be nothing...it might be something. You've got to have a health professional check you out.

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Don't have your medical history, age and such so it's hard to say could be something like the others have stated. Please have it checked out if it persists. Don't want to scare you or anything. My boyfriend had the same problem. It was misdiagnosed several times and he ended up having a heart attack. Being so young, its the last thing anyone expected. He had 100%, 80% blockage in two of his valves.Genetics,hypertension terrible diet, over working in extreme heat, and smoking, all played a part in nearly killing him. Please see a doctor if the condition persists. He put it off for two years, nearly died, and now takes 5 meds a day in order to live. Needless to say, he has cleaned up his act. Good Luck. Peace2U

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They are classic symptoms of a feart attack. it may be something else but why gamble.....call 911.

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