What is the reason behind the chest pain,and how to cure that problem? - #11655

1. Your chest pain and burning can be due to acidity or acid reflux, which is common at your age.

2. Muscle strain and anxiety can also cause similar discomfort.

3. The shifting and burning nature of pain makes gastric causes more likely than heart disease.

4. Avoid spicy and oily foods, eat small meals on time, and don’t lie down right after eating.

5. If pain becomes severe, spreads to arm or jaw, or is associated with sweating and breathlessness, seek emergency care immediately.

6. It’s best to consult a doctor for an ECG and routine checkup to rule out serious causes.

Hello dear See chest pain can be due to variety of reasons ranging from simple heart burn ( acidity) to myocardial infaction and angina pectoris. Usually the kater two conditions are associated with left side pain on exertion,right pain can be related with atrial arrhythmias Iam suggesting some tests for confirmation Please get them done Serum troponin/ LDH Serum ferritin Serum RBS ECG/echo Serum cpk mm Stomach USG Angiogram Serum cholesterol levels Doppler electrometry Please share the details with general physician or cardiologist for improvement Kindly take any medications only after recommendation from concerned physician Hopefully you recover soon Regards

Hi Pavan,

Don’t panic. Your symptoms don’t sound like a dangerous heart attack, it’s most likely acidity (GERD) or chest wall pain, but since it’s recurring several times a day 🛑please take one ECG.(just to rule out)

For acidity/burning: Eat light meals, avoid spicy/oily food. Don’t lie down immediately after eating. Drink cool water, try buttermilk/banana for relief.

For muscle pain: Apply warm compress. Gentle stretching of chest/shoulder muscles.

If severe acidity: Pantop 40 mg before breakfast Or Gelusil /Eno

Thank you

Chest pain and burning in the front and sides of the chest at your age are most often related to acidity/acid reflux, muscle strain, or sometimes anxiety, but chest pain should never be ignored. Since you are having recurrent episodes with burning and now pain on both sides, it is important to rule out heart- or lung-related causes as well. Please consult a physician or cardiologist immediately to get an ECG and basic tests done to ensure it is not heart-related.

Chest pain can have a variety of causes, ranging from mild to potentially serious, and it’s important to identify what might be contributing to your symptoms. The burning sensation you’ve described, along with the recurring nature and location of the pain, could suggest a few possible conditions. One common issue is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus causing a burning sensation, often felt in the chest. This can be exacerbated by certain foods, eating patterns, or stress levels. Another possibility is musculoskeletal pain, particularly given the spread from the front of your chest to the underarm area. This can be due to muscle strain or inflammation.

Given the potentially serious nature of chest pain, it’s very important to rule out any cardiac issues, especially since the pain seems to be radiating. Heart-related problems, such as angina, can present with chest pain and should be evaluated promptly. If you’re experiencing additional symptoms like shortness of breath, nausea, or the pain is becoming more severe, you should seek immediate medical attention to ensure there’s no urgent underlying condition like a heart attack.

In the meantime, you can log when the pain occurs and any associated factors like foods, physical activity, or stress, which can help in diagnosis. Avoid spicy or acidic foods, caffeine, and large meals close to bedtime, which may help if GERD is the culprit. Over-the-counter antacids may provide temporary relief as well. But above all, please prioritize seeing a healthcare professional who can perform a physical exam and possibly recommend diagnostic tests like an ECG, blood tests, or a chest X-ray to precisely determine the cause of your symptoms and guide appropriate treatment.