Question 1

I'm dealing with this chest pain that's right in the middle of my chest, and its been going on for the last two months. Sometimes its regular, sometimes its not. It gets really painful when I bend to pick something up from the ground, and the pain even shoots to my back. Can you help me out? What might be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Based on your symptoms, it is important to rule out any underlying heart condition. However, considering the pain worsening with movement, it could be musculoskeletal in nature. You can try taking Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 500mg every 6 hours as needed for pain relief. Additionally, you can apply a topical pain relief gel like Diclofenac (Voltaren) gel on the affected area. It is also advisable to avoid heavy lifting or strenuous activities that worsen the pain. If the pain persists or worsens, please consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation and management.

Question 2

I'm experiencing mild chest and back pain, and it's been going on for a week now. The pain gets really intense whenever I bend my neck down. Can this be related to a heart problem? Should I be worried?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

I've been dealing with this left side chest pain for more than a year now and it's really worrying me. I've seen a couple of doctors and even a psychiatrist, and they all say my heart is fine. I've had a full body checkup, and apart from low vitamin D and some past hyperthyroid issues, everything looks normal. My thyroid levels are okay now, and the antibody tests came back fine. They say I have panic attack anxiety and hypochondriasis. I mean, all my tests like ECGs, TMT, chest X-ray, ultrasound, and endoscopy are normal, and even my cholesterol levels are fine. Still, I can't shake off this weird feeling, like I'm scared of having a heart attack because of the chest pain. I can run long distances without any problems. Oh, and I should mention that I smoke 2 to 3 cigarettes a day, and I used to drink heavily, but I've quit that. I'm just trying to figure out if this is just anxiety playing tricks on me or if there's something actually wrong with my heart. Any advice?

Accepted Answer

It sounds like you have been thoroughly evaluated for your left side chest pain and all the tests have come back normal, indicating that there is nothing wrong with your heart. Given your history of panic attacks, anxiety, and hypochondriasis, along with the normal cardiac tests, it is likely that your symptoms are related to anxiety rather than a cardiac issue. To help manage your anxiety and chest pain symptoms, you can consider taking an anxiolytic medication such as lorazepam (Ativan) as needed for acute episodes of anxiety. Additionally, you may benefit from a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) such as sertraline (Zoloft) or escitalopram (Lexapro) for long-term management of anxiety. It is important to continue practicing healthy habits such as quitting smoking completely, maintaining a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and managing stress through relaxation techniques or therapy. If you continue to experience chest pain or anxiety symptoms, it would be advisable to follow up with a mental health professional for further evaluation and management. Remember, it is essential to prioritize your mental health and well-being in addition to physical health.

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