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  • Female
  • 25 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I've been having pain on the left side of my chest for about a month now and I'm really worried. I already went to see a doctor, but nothing seems to be improving. What could be causing this, and should I be concerned about something serious?

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take tablet zerodol for 5 days twice daily

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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