Mrs.Rizzo is an 80-year-old Caucasian female who is presenting symptoms of chest pain, weakness, and lightheadedness.Which of the following may be a possible differential diagnosis of her symptoms?

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Costochondritis could explain Mrs. Rizzo's symptoms of chest pain, as it involves inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the sternum, which can mimic the pain felt in more serious conditions like heart attacks. The other options listed do not typically present with chest pain as a primary symptom.

MrsRizzo Is an 80-Year-Old Caucasian Female Who Is Presenting Symptoms