I'm having this pain or pressure in my chest, and sometimes my heart starts beating really fast. The pain goes from the middle of my chest up to my upper throat. What could be going on?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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causes like gastritis, myocardial infraction. do one ECG and take tablet. pantop for 3 days once a day

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Answered 04/07/2025

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