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What Causes Frequent Sharp Pain In Left Side Of Chest?

I occasionally get a sharp pain in my chest on the left side, which is greatly increased when i breathe in. it only happens once in a while but has been increasing in frequence. if i take a deep breath it hurts like hell but it almost 'pops' and then the pain is completely gone. help?
Mon, 29 Jun 2015
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Hi,

From your description it seems you have muscle pain.
I would advise you to take Ibuprofen, if your pain is frequent.
You can take it twice daily for three days and it will disappear.

Hope I could help you

Wishing you good health

In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask

Regards,
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What Causes Frequent Sharp Pain In Left Side Of Chest?

Hi, From your description it seems you have muscle pain. I would advise you to take Ibuprofen, if your pain is frequent. You can take it twice daily for three days and it will disappear. Hope I could help you Wishing you good health In case of further questions don t hesitate to ask Regards,