Yes, sweetie. Anyone can have a heart attack. Do not dismiss this as gas. I am so tired of people saying that. Chest pain that moves down your arm and causes numbness, is not gas!!! Uneducated well-wishers will tell you that this is gas just so you won t get worried, but by all means, be concerned. I must warn you though, doctors will be very quick to tell him that he is too young for this. Stick to your guns. It could be due to high cholesterol, high blood pressure, juvenille diabetes or a heart defect that could be easily corrected with surgery. It could also be due to an arrythmia which is an irregular heartbeat. If an arrythmia fails to be treated, it can be life threatening, depending on the type and severity. I would suggest that he go to a dr. Take an adult, perhaps a parent, to help convey your concerns to the dr. Also, no smoking and drinking. These behaviors are very harmful when it comes to heart issues. Tell him to watch his diet. Avoid fried and fatty foods. Avoid foods with more than 300mg sodium per serving. Drink plenty of water. If he has another episode like this, have him sit or lie down and call 911. If you are sure he is not allergic or is not taking anticoagulants (blood thinners), such as Coumadin, give him some Bayer or St. John s aspirin. Just read the label to see how much. Get as much info from him as you can in case he becomes unconscious. Chest pain is nothing to play with. A quick and appropriate response can save a life. Be sure to tell the ambulance medic that you gave him aspirin.