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'Red Flags' You Should Look Out For - References

Written by - Dr. Ravali Neerumalla, M.B.B.S

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on May 05, 2017

References:

Chest Pain - (http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chest-pain/basics/definition/con-20030540)
Rogers G. NICE guideline: transient loss of consciousness (blackouts) in adults and young people. Br J Gen Pract. 2011 Jan 1; 61(582): 40–42. doi: 10.3399/bjgp11X548965

Author: Dr. Ravali Neerumalla

Editor: Dr. Simi Paknikar

Technically Checked by: Lingaraj

Published on May 05, 2017
Last Updated on May 05, 2017

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