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What Causes Pain And Pressure In The Chest?
im 15, and 96 pounds. i went to the er last night for chest pain but was released after my ekg and x-ray.. not showing anything. this morning my docter called after looking at the results, and said something about a prolonged heartbeat or a lull? please explain... i have a appt tomm with a cardiologist... what should i expect. im really scared because i still feel pressure in my chest. thanks so much.
Mon, 29 Aug 2016
Hi,
Probably it was decreased velocity it heart impuses. Whether it is dangerous depends on the degree. If it is first degree, it can be a normal finding in young people. Your doctorjust may want to have some extra examinations to be in the safe side.
You should know, that such problems usually don't cause pain and most probably it is a muscle pain or costochondritis.
If you have no previous syncope, don't worry, it shouldn't be serious.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
Probably it was decreased velocity it heart impuses. Whether it is dangerous depends on the degree. If it is first degree, it can be a normal finding in young people. Your doctorjust may want to have some extra examinations to be in the safe side.
You should know, that such problems usually don't cause pain and most probably it is a muscle pain or costochondritis.
If you have no previous syncope, don't worry, it shouldn't be serious.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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