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Jibbletz
08-15-2007, 06:05 PM
In the past week or so, I've been getting sort of gripping pains in the left side of my chest. The pain worsens when I do certain physical activities like reach a certain way or lay on my left side, but I get a little 5-10 second tightening (a little painful) about 3-5 times a day...could it be heart problems (angina, etc.) or could it be a rib muscle or chest muscle cramping up...? BTW I'm a 21 year old male...

phoenix
08-20-2007, 07:24 AM
Given the info you've provided it's impossible to tell. Is there any family history of heart disease? Have you had any nausea or cold sweats? Yes to either of those questions and you should go and see a doctor.