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What Could Be Causing Sharp Chest Pains With A Rapid Heartbeat ?
what could be causing sharp chest pains with a rapid heartbeat? My husband has a history of heart problems. Last night he got a sharp pain in his chest that dropped him to the floor. With this his heart beat is very fast. He still has pain in his chest. Anyone have any suggestions what this could be? The pain is sudden like someone stabs him.
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your husband might be having angina pectoris (minor attack) from your complains, u need to consult ur physicin for ecg and lab test cpk-mb,
your husband might be having angina pectoris (minor attack) from your complains, u need to consult ur physicin for ecg and lab test cpk-mb,
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Stabbing chest pain can be dangerous as it could indicate blood vessel rupture. He must be taken to the ER immediately.
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