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Chest Pain: Know its causes beyond heart attacks

Chest pain can be a symptom of various health issues.

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Not Just a Heart Attack Symptom

Heaviness in the chest often raises concerns about a heart attack.

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Chest Pain

Chest pain can be an early sign of various illnesses, from digestive problems to heart attacks.

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GERD

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a long-term digestive disorder in which stomach contents flow back into the esophagus.

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Depression

Chest pain can be a symptom of depression.

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Reduced Blood Flow to the Heart

Reduced blood flow to the heart, known as angina, can cause chest pain.

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Lung Infection

Lung infections can also cause chest pain.

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Pneumonia

Pneumonia, a lung infection, can cause chest pain.

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Gallstones

Gallstones, primarily affecting the digestive system, can cause chest pain.

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