Chest Pain
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It might not be your heart
The Non-invasive Heart Ctr.
Not all chest pain is heart-related. Other conditions that might cause chest pain include acid reflux, anemia and peptic ulcers. Get a look at the complete list from this comprehensive article.
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Women: No chest pain?
Clarion ledger
It might still be a heart attack, as most women who have heart attacks don't report any chest pain. Read this article peppered with anecdotes from real women who've had heart attacks.
Chest pain after a meal
Care First
Wondering what's causing your post-meal chest pains? It could be coronary artery disease, reflux or gallstones, so check with your doctor.
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Chest pain and children
Cincinnati Chidren's Hospital
Chest pain in children is usually not heart-related, but in rare cases, it can be linked to heart diseases such as pericarditis or mitral valve prolapse.
Chest pain overview
eMedicine Health
This detailed look at chest pain is broken down by signs, tests, treatments and more. Get all the details from this easy-to-read article.
First aid for chest pain?
Mayo Clinic
Chest pain can be a sign of a medical emergency. Learn to identify when chest pain is due to a heart attack and the immediate action that needs to be taken.
Is it a heart attack?
Family Doctor
Use this handy flowchart to determine how serious your chest pain, a sign of a seriously problem, really is.
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Angina pectoris
Intelihealth
Angina pectoris, or chest pain, can signify heart disease. Get to know the signs, treatments and tests for angina.
All chest pains are not alike
Intermountain Healthcare
What does chest pain really feel like? This handy table provides a descriptive look at the types and possible causes of chest pain.
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Treating the pain
iVillage
Treatment options for chest pain depend on the cause of the pain. Treatment for heart-related pain through surgery and medications, as well as relief from non-cardiac chest pain, are discussed here.
