I’m not sure if I should go to the ER or find a cardiologist regarding my chest pain. I’m not even sure if it’s my heart or if it is related to some other gastro-intestinal problem and I don’t have a primary physician here. I’ve been having a dull pain in my chest on and off for the past several months. Sometimes the pain becomes sharp for a few minutes and then either goes away or becomes a dull pain. I went to the student health center at my University in November and was told to try not to stress about school and drink less coffee, but no tests were done. I have done both, but I’m still getting the chest pains, so I’m wondering if I should see another doctor. I was also given antacids, which have no effect. My question is, should I go to the ER or should I find some other sort of doctor in the area and make an appointment?

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I am 5′2", 110 lbs, 34 years old, and I eat healthy. I try to watch my carbs, and I really try hard to stay away from junk food. I woke up with a headache the other day, and my grandmother (who is diabetic) suggested to test my blood sugar. It was 127. Prior to the 127 reading, I had eaten a blueberry smoothy (from fresh blueberries, Greek yogurt, some vanilla soy milk and no sugar), but I did eat 3 taco shells (just the shells, not anything in it). I also had some organic coffee made from the Pinol grain (from Nicaragua).

After the 127 reading, I went home, had some mashed potatoes, okra, green beans, and a piece of fish. A few hours later, I had 10 saltine crackers and a glass of grapefruit juice. I took another reading about 1/2 after eating those food items, and it was a 140.

Mind you, my headache wasn’t bad, it was just a dull headache, I didn’t even take any pills for it or anything.

Before any of you comment, please be sure that I am making an appointment to see the doctor because I know he will give me the best advice, but I would like some intelligent input first. If you have something intelligent or helpful for me, please comment. I really appreciate it.

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