Erica E. asked

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I experienced a two-hour ache in the center of my chest, which felt deeper, and it went away after taking Pepcid. I am 66 years old, had breast cancer 11 years ago, and have fibromyalgia. The pain did not travel to my jaw, neck, or left arm, and I did not experience shortness of breath or leg swelling. I am allergic to morphine and had my last doctor's checkup six months ago, with blood tests a year ago. What could be causing this pain and what should I do next?

February 7th, 2024

Renee W. answered

The pain you experienced could be due to several conditions, including heart disease, esophageal spa...

February 7th, 2024

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