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  • Female
  • 19 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm really worried because I've been experiencing chest pain after taking steroids. Do you know what could be causing this, and are there any remedies or things I can do to make the pain go away? I'm trying to figure out if this is something serious or if there are simple home remedies I could try.

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Patient is advised to stop steroids.

Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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