i have chf and enlarge heart and now i cant lay on left side or sometime raise left arm because of the pain and it feels like something is pulling and a lot of pressure in the chest i have shortness of breath pain on left side of neck and jaw and it really seem to bother me when i lay down can anyone help me I take nitro it helps for a little while but how many of them can i take in a day
Q: PRESSURE IN CHEST
Answers (1)
10/19/09 3:59pm
Hi Ms,V15006,
I recommend you contact your physician about your symptoms. What you are experiencing are classic signs of a heart attack. Granted it may be a result of your CHF and enlarged heart, but still best to consult your physician as soon as possible.
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All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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