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Heart Disease (Expert Forum)
angina pectoris
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angina pectoris
by Amy__0__0, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By Amy on November 07, 1997 at 17:18:39:
I am 22 years old and 5'8" 130. The statistics are important because I don't think I am extremely overweight. My upper body is very small. I am sort of the pear shape. I exercise 3 times a week via water aerobics. For the last 5 years I have experienced an extreme tightness occasionally under the breast bone. It normally lasts 10 seconds and doesn't occur on a regular basis. When it happens, I have to breath very shallow to lessen the pain. It feels as if my heart has a cramp in it. I am not a hypochondriac, but I am worried that the symptoms may worsen. My grandfather died of a heart attack at 62. I am wondering if this is cause for concern and should I see a physician about this? Any input you have would be greatly appreciated.
Respectfully yours,
Amy
I am 22 years old and 5'8" 130. The statistics are important because I don't think I am extremely overweight. My upper body is very small. I am sort of the pear shape. I exercise 3 times a week via water aerobics. For the last 5 years I have experienced an extreme tightness occasionally under the breast bone. It normally lasts 10 seconds and doesn't occur on a regular basis. When it happens, I have to breath very shallow to lessen the pain. It feels as if my heart has a cramp in it. I am not a hypochondriac, but I am worried that the symptoms may worsen. My grandfather died of a heart attack at 62. I am wondering if this is cause for concern and should I see a physician about this? Any input you have would be greatly appreciated.
Respectfully yours,
Amy
