- male
- 40 Years
- 29/01/2025
I've been feeling a pinching pain in my heart every now and then, just for a few seconds. It's got me worried. Is this something serious or is it considered normal?
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confirm by taking ECG wheather is due to gastritis or heart related issue
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 25/07/2025
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