i have been getting really bad chest pains mostly on the right side and sometimes on the left side. it kinda helps if i push really hard on my chest for my pain to start to go away. I check my BP when it hurts and its around 149/94 when it hurts bad. what could be going on?? heart attack, blockage, hypertension? i am 31 yours old male white smoker 6'1" 190 pounds.
Q: my chest hurt really bad mostly left and sometimes right side
Answers (1)
8/12/09 1:29pm
Hi Dafroggie78,
I recommend you contact your physician to discuss your symptoms and determine the cause.
Here is a link to information on the signs of a heart attack - http://www.healthcentral.com/heart-disease/patient-guide-44510-6.html.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
Be Heart Healthy and Lose Weight
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