Chest Pain
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Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency Medicine)
Dr Nanes received a doctorate from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete a residency in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. There he trained at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in the practice of adult and pediatric emergency medicine. He was a chief resident and received numerous awards for teaching excellence during his time there. | | After residency he took a job at a community hospital where he and his colleagues worked through the toughest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Yoshinori Abe, MD (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Abe graduated from The University of Tokyo School of Medicine in 2015. He completed his residency at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Longevity Medical Center. He co-founded Ubie, Inc. in May 2017, where he currently serves as CEO & product owner at Ubie. Since December 2019, he has been a member of the Special Committee for Activation of Research in Emergency AI of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine. | | Dr. Abe has been elected in the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Healthcare & Science category.
Tatsuya Shiraishi, MD (Cardiology)
Dr. Shiraishi graduated from the Kyoto University School of Medicine. He worked as a cardiologist at Edogawa Hospital, and after joining Ubie, he became the Director of East Nihonbashi Internal Medicine Clinic.
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With a free 3-min Chest Pain quiz, powered by Ubie's AI and doctors, find possible causes of your symptoms.
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History - considers past illnesses, surgeries, family history, and lifestyle choices.
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- There is a feeling of pressure in the chest
- Pain in the very limited area of the chest (about the size of a fingertip)
- Chest pain with a change in temperature, when you move to a colder place
- Decreased effort tolerance with chest pain within the last few weeks
- Pain radiating to the ears, chin or abdomen/tummy from the neck
- Exacerbation of chest pain symptoms within the last 3 weeks
- Chest pain gets worse when pressing on the affected area
- Drinking alcohol led to vomiting that caused chest pain
- Chest pain started after vomiting from drinking alcohol
- I have the same pain as myocardial infarction
- Chest discomfort in the middle of the night
- Pain only on the right side of the chest
- I feel uncomfortable with the collarbone
- When I swallow something, my chest hurts
- Pain only on the left side of the chest
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Try Free Symptom QuizAbout the Symptom
Pain or discomfort in the chest, including a dull ache, crushing or burning feeling, sharp stabbing pain, and pain that can radiate to the neck, shoulder, back, or jaw.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Chest pain
Possible Causes
Generally, Chest pain can be related to:
- Lymphangioleiomyomatosis
Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) results from abnormal growth of muscle cells, particularly in the lungs and lymph system. This can lead to the formation of holes or cysts in the lung and blockage or rupture of lymph vessels, causing lymph and fatty acid accumulation in the chest cavity. It is caused by gene mutations that produce proteins which cannot regulate cell growth and movement in the body.
- Intercostal Neuralgia
Nerve pain caused by damage to the nerves running along the ribs. It can be caused by various factors, including rib injuries and viral infections like Shingles.
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Chest pain may be related to these serious diseases:
- Costochondritis
Inflammation of the cartilage connecting ribs to the breastbone. Causes include physical strain, prolonged vigorous coughing, and viral infections; though in many cases, no clear cause is found.
- Spontaneous Pneumothorax
- Tension Pneumothorax
- Acute Pericarditis
- Myocardial Infarction (MI) / Unstable Angina
- Aortic Dissection / Aortic Aneurysm Rupture
- Stable Angina
- Empyema
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Are you experiencing chest pain?
- When did you first notice your chest pain?
- Which of the following best describes how your chest pain appeared?
- How often do you experience chest pain?
- On a scale of 1 to 10, how severe was your chest pain at its worst?
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Try Free Symptom QuizFAQs
Q.
Why Do I Have Pain in the Middle of My Chest?
A.
Pain in the middle of the chest can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from benign conditions to serious medical issues. It is important to evaluate the symptoms carefully and seek medical attention if the pain is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other concerning symptoms.
References:
Haasenritter J, Biroga T, Keunecke C, Becker A, Donner-Banzhoff N, Dornieden K, Stadje R, Viniol A, Bösner S. Causes of chest pain in primary care--a systematic review and meta-analysis. Croat Med J. 2015 Oct;56(5):422-30. doi: 10.3325/cmj.2015.56.422. PMID: 26526879; PMCID: PMC4655927.
Cayley WE Jr. Diagnosing the cause of chest pain. Am Fam Physician. 2005 Nov 15;72(10):2012-21. PMID: 16342831.
Yelland M, Cayley WE Jr, Vach W. An algorithm for the diagnosis and management of chest pain in primary care. Med Clin North Am. 2010 Mar;94(2):349-74. doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2010.01.011. PMID: 20380960.
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Is It Possible to Experience Chest Pain When I Have a Covid Infection?
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Pain in the chest can occur from COVID infection for a variety of reasons like musculoskeletal pain associated with fever and cough, pneumonia or inflammation of the heart.
References:
Sinkeldam M, Buenen AG, Celiker E, van Diepen M, de Vos AM. Characteristics of chest pain in COVID-19 patients in the emergency department. Neth Heart J. 2022 Nov;30(11):526-532. doi: 10.1007/s12471-022-01730-7. Epub 2022 Oct 21. PMID: 36269453; PMCID: PMC9589604.
Becker RC. Evaluating chest pain in patients with post COVID conditions permission to think outside of the box. J Thromb Thrombolysis. 2023 May;55(4):592-603. doi: 10.1007/s11239-023-02808-8. Epub 2023 Apr 13. PMID: 37052772; PMCID: PMC10098243.
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Why Does My Chest Hurt When I Breathe? Can Muscle Pain Cause This Discomfort When Breathing In?
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Chest pain when breathing can be caused by various factors, including muscle pain, respiratory issues, or other underlying conditions. Muscle pain, particularly from the chest wall or intercostal muscles, can indeed cause discomfort when taking deep breaths or coughing.
References:
Reamy BV, Williams PM, Odom MR. Pleuritic Chest Pain: Sorting Through the Differential Diagnosis. Am Fam Physician. 2017 Sep 1;96(5):306-312. PMID: 28925655.
Brims FJ, Davies HE, Lee YC. Respiratory chest pain: diagnosis and treatment. Med Clin North Am. 2010 Mar;94(2):217-32. doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2010.01.003. PMID: 20380952.
Barnett LA, Prior JA, Kadam UT, Jordan KP. Chest pain and shortness of breath in cardiovascular disease: a prospective cohort study in UK primary care. BMJ Open. 2017 May 25;7(5):e015857. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2017-015857. PMID: 28550024; PMCID: PMC5726088.
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Does the Cause of Pain Change Depending on Whether It's the Left or Right Side of the Chest?
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The cause of chest pain can indeed vary depending on whether it is felt on the left or right side of the chest. Understanding the potential differences in causes is important for accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
References:
Beunderman R, Sramek M, Koster RW, Garssen B, van Dis H. Differentieel-diagnostische criteria bij cardiale klachten; pijn links of rechts op de borst? [Criteria for differential diagnosis in cardial symptoms; left- or right-sided chest pain?]. Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 1990 Nov 17;134(46):2249-52. Dutch. PMID: 2255353.
Bösner S, Bönisch K, Haasenritter J, Schlegel P, Hüllermeier E, Donner-Banzhoff N. Chest pain in primary care: is the localization of pain diagnostically helpful in the critical evaluation of patients?--A cross sectional study. BMC Fam Pract. 2013 Oct 18;14:154. doi: 10.1186/1471-2296-14-154. PMID: 24138299; PMCID: PMC3853238.
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Reviewed By:
Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency Medicine)
Dr Nanes received a doctorate from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete a residency in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. There he trained at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in the practice of adult and pediatric emergency medicine. He was a chief resident and received numerous awards for teaching excellence during his time there. | | After residency he took a job at a community hospital where he and his colleagues worked through the toughest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Yoshinori Abe, MD (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Abe graduated from The University of Tokyo School of Medicine in 2015. He completed his residency at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Longevity Medical Center. He co-founded Ubie, Inc. in May 2017, where he currently serves as CEO & product owner at Ubie. Since December 2019, he has been a member of the Special Committee for Activation of Research in Emergency AI of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine. | | Dr. Abe has been elected in the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Healthcare & Science category.
Tatsuya Shiraishi, MD (Cardiology)
Dr. Shiraishi graduated from the Kyoto University School of Medicine. He worked as a cardiologist at Edogawa Hospital, and after joining Ubie, he became the Director of East Nihonbashi Internal Medicine Clinic.
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