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Could this be a heart attack

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Floraliee · 03/05/2024 22:55

I was laid in bed and suddenly had a sharp, pain in left side of my chest. It’s still there now and hurts more if I move around or deep breath. It feels as though it’s into my arm and upper back. I’m alone with 4 year old and feel scared

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Floraliee · 03/05/2024 22:58

I’m worried that it’s a pulled muscle and that I’ll waste someone’s time but it really isn’t going away and came on suddenly

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TalkSetting · 03/05/2024 22:58

Whilst you’re calling 111/999 text a family member or friend and let them know you need help with your 4 year old.

justasking111 · 03/05/2024 22:58

Have you had a cold, covid, flu recently?

Redshoeblueshoe · 03/05/2024 22:57

Ring 999 NOW

TalkSetting · 03/05/2024 22:57

We can’t advise you lively, but I would phone 111. If you are on hold and get any worse then 999. There are forms of heart attacks that affect younger women ro other concerns, but it sounds like you need immediate medical advice.

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Floraliee · 03/05/2024 22:57

I’m 26. I don’t want to do a deep breath as it just really hurts all on my left side. I’m sat up currently but it still hurts in my upper back

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Tristar15 · 03/05/2024 22:56

How old are you?
Sit up, some forms of inflammation and angina are much worse when laying down.

ElleLeopine · 03/05/2024 22:56

You should call 111 and explain your symptoms to them.

Tel12 · 03/05/2024 22:55

Phone 111. Don't wait.