How could they possible tell you had a strained chest muscle? They were just
guessing. If the pains came on suddenly, you may have had muscle cramps in
the chest. That's different than a strain. The cramps would then be caused
by an electrolyte imbalance. The medical tests only indicate selected serum
electrolyte levels, not platelet levels. The fact you had cramps so delayed
after exercise is indicative of electrolyte imbalance. I'd really consider a
stress test and complete blood profile.
After natural causes, the next greatest cause of death is the medical
practice itself. So go believe what they have told you, you're ok. Really.




"Bobsprit" wrote in message
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Woke up the night before last at 2:00 am with chest pains, centered heart
area.
Went to St. Francis Cardiac med. ctr. Fearing a possible heart attack they
rushed me in, did x-rays, blood work and so on.
Two hours later they found that I had strained muscle tissue in my chest.
Probably did it mountain biking on a run and carry. No cause for alarm and
heart was perfect.
A scary night to say the least and my first visit to an ER in 15 years.

R.