I'm feeling a bit worried because there's this pain in my left side, near my chest. It almost feels like there's something sitting there. Should I be concerned about this?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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ecg and cardiac makers is advised.

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Consult a Cardiologist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've been prescribed two different medications, amiodarone and Carloc, and I'm a bit confused. Could you explain how they differ and whether they have similar effects? I'm really curious if they do the same thing or work differently.

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