5. George, who recently had a viral infection, fears he will get a heart attack. He feels a sharp stabbing pain in the retrosternal region. The pain gets worse when he breathes deeply and also when he lies down. After running a physical exam and some tests, his doctor makes a different diagnosis. Can you comment on this?

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Chapter 11: The Cardiovascular System #45 Please answer the question in a simple and very comprehensive explanation of the given situation. Thank you!
45. George, who recently had a viral infection, fears he will get a heart
attack. He feels a sharp stabbing pain in the retrosternal region. The
pain gets worse when he breathes deeply and also when he lies down.
After running a physical exam and some tests, his doctor makes a
different diagnosis. Can you comment on this?
Transcribed Image Text:45. George, who recently had a viral infection, fears he will get a heart attack. He feels a sharp stabbing pain in the retrosternal region. The pain gets worse when he breathes deeply and also when he lies down. After running a physical exam and some tests, his doctor makes a different diagnosis. Can you comment on this?
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