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  • Male
  • 26 Years
  • 22/01/2025

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

Dr. Anshul Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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