- male
- 30 Years
- 29/01/2025
Ive been experiencing some chest pain on the upper right side whenever I laugh. Its strange because the pain shows up only during laughter and then just disappears. Should I be worried about this, or is it something that might just pass on its own?
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See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.
Dr. Mubarak Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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