Articles written by MSc, BS. Le Thi Thanh Huong, Emergency Department - Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital Show
Chest pain symptoms are related to many different health problems. These diseases are classified into 4 main groups: 1.1. Due to Cardiovascular Diseases Most of the time, chest pain is closely related to heart diseases. These can be mentioned as: Chest pain can be a sign of a number of chronic heart diseases: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, Mitral regurgitation... Chest pain can also be a dangerous sign of some diseases. Acute heart disease: Pericarditis, Pulmonary hypertension and especially serious for fulminant heart diseases: Myocarditis, Myocardial infarction, Aortic dissection, because of high mortality. Myocarditis : this condition can lead to pain in the middle of the chest and gradually spreading to the sides, accompanied by symptoms of heart palpitations, shortness of breath, fever... Myocardial infarction : a condition where blood clots form In the capillaries, obstructing blood flow to the heart, it can cause left angina attacks, accompanied by symptoms of arrhythmia, sweating, fatigue... Aortic dissection: human patients can feel severe pain in the area below the sternum, shortness of breath, confusion... due to ischemia by the separation of tissue layers in the aorta. This condition has a high risk of directly leading to death if not treated promptly. 1.2. Due to diseases of the lungs - pleura Besides the heart, problems arising in the respiratory system, mainly the lungs, can also affect the ribcage causing chest pain. These conditions may include: Asthma Pneumonia Atelectasis Tuberculosis Pulmonary embolism Pleurisy Pleurisy Chest pain and shortness of breath are typical of this case. The site of pain may originate in the center of the chest and rapidly extend to one or both sides. In addition, angina will often be accompanied by some other common symptoms such as a fast heartbeat, a lot of cough (may have sputum or cough up blood), fever, chills... Bệnh lý hen suyễn có thể gây tình trạng đau ngực cho bệnh nhân 1.3. Due to gastrointestinal problems Usually, health problems in the digestive system only cause pain in the abdomen. However, when the disease is advanced, the range of pain can extend to the chest. The most common is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastritis. Sometimes encountered in the following cases: esophageal spasm, pancreatitis... 1.4. Due to the disease of the chest wall or some other underlying disease Muscle strain or tendonitis around the ribs is easy to lead to persistent chest pain. In addition, the presence of pain here is likely to come from problems in the ribs, including fractures and fractures. On the other hand, many doctors think that the pain in the right chest caused by arthritis of the costal cartilage and the chest pain caused by cardiovascular disease are somewhat similar, so it is easy to be confused. In addition, the sensation of chest pain sometimes originates from shingles (shingles). In this case, the pain may appear along the chest or back before the rash appears. On the other hand, the sudden appearance of panic attacks, anxiety disorders (panic attacks) can also lead to a series of unpleasant symptoms such as chest pain, abdominal pain, increased heart rate, chills, tremors, and shortness of breath. a bit... Therefore, whatever the agent is behind, the patient should still go to the hospital soon to check in order to limit the occurrence of unintended complications. Everyone is at risk of chest pain, especially the elderly and those who have many unhealthy lifestyle habits such as smoking, poor diet... This affects not only to the overall health but also the life of the patient has to bear a heavy impact. In addition, there are too many dangerous diseases associated with chest pain symptoms. Therefore, doctors recommend that people quickly go to the hospital for examination, even an emergency if the body shows any of the following signs: Typical signs include: Đau ngực có nhiều tính chất đau khác nhau tùy thuộc vào bệnh cảnh của người bệnh In women, the elderly, diabetes, sometimes there are no typical signs of chest pain above, but only symptoms: Chest pain, burning or indigestion, bloating; Discomfort in the back, chin, neck or shoulders; Shortness of breath; Vomiting or nausea. In addition, when angina suddenly arises for no apparent reason, please consult your doctor. Because everyone's body is different, medical advice can help you choose the most suitable coping solution. When the patient has signs of dangerous chest pain, it is necessary to: Let the patient lie down and call 911 or the nearest emergency unit number (if any); Call for help from people around, get a first aid kit and an automatic electric shock machine (AED) (if equipped in the emergency area); Have the patient chew and swallow an Aspirin tablet (usually included in the first-aid kit), if the victim is not allergic to Aspirin, and is not currently bleeding heavily and showing no signs of stroke; If the patient is comatose and unresponsive, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CRP) should be performed (See also the Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation First Aid Guide). For other chest pain symptoms, even if there are no dangerous manifestations mentioned above, you should not try to self-diagnose and take medicine, but should immediately go to a medical facility for timely diagnosis and treatment. Depending on the cause of the pain, your doctor may recommend one or more different treatments for each case. In general, these health problems can be prevented by improving daily lifestyle. This change can include: Định kỳ kiểm tra sức khỏe tại cơ sở y tế uy tín giúp người bệnh phòng tránh và được phát hiện điều trị kịp thời bệnh lý To protect your health, you should check your general health regularly to detect health problems early and intervene in a timely manner. Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital has general health checkup packages suitable for each age, gender and individual needs of customers with a reasonable price policy, including: Health checkup package general Vip Standard general health checkup package Patient's examination results will be returned to your home. 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Medically reviewed by Lauren Castiello, MS, AGNP-C — Written by Danielle Moores — Updated on December 13, 2021
We include products we think are useful for our readers. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Here’s our process. Chest pain is one of the most common reasons that people visit the emergency room (ER). Chest pain varies depending on the person. It also varies in:
It may feel like a sharp, stabbing pain or a dull ache. It may be a sign of a serious heart-related problem or due to a common cause that isn’t life threatening. When you have chest pain, your first thought may be that you’re having a heart attack. While chest pain is a well-established sign of a heart attack, it can also be caused by many other less serious conditions. According to one study, only 5.5 percent of all ER visits for chest pain result in a diagnosis of a serious heart-related problem. Heart-related causes of chest painThe following are heart-related causes of chest pain:
Gastrointestinal causes of chest painThe following are gastrointestinal causes of chest pain: Lung-related causes of chest painThe following are lung-related causes of chest pain: Bronchospasms commonly occur in people who have asthma and related disorders such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Muscle- or bone-related causes of chest painThe following are causes of chest pain related to the muscles or bones: Other causesShingles can cause chest pain. You may develop pain along your back or chest before the shingles rash becomes apparent. Panic attacks can also cause chest pain. You may have other symptoms that occur with chest pain. Identifying symptoms you may be having can help your doctor make a diagnosis. These include: Heart-related symptomsWhile pain is the most common symptom of a heart problem, some people experience other symptoms, with or without chest pain. Women, in particular, may report atypical symptoms that are later identified as being the result of a heart condition: Other symptomsSymptoms that may indicate your chest pain isn’t heart-related include: Seek emergency treatment immediately if you think you may be having a heart attack and especially if your chest pain is new, unexplained, or lasts more than a few moments. Your doctor will ask you some questions, and your answers can help them diagnose the cause of your chest pain. Be prepared to discuss any related symptoms and to share information about any medications, treatments, or other medical conditions you may have. Diagnostic testsYour doctor may order tests to help diagnose or eliminate heart-related problems as a cause of your chest pain. These may include:
If you need help finding a primary care doctor, you can browse doctors in your area through the Healthline FindCare tool. Your doctor might treat chest pain with medication, noninvasive procedures, surgery, or a combination of these methods. Treatment depends on the cause and severity of your chest pain. Treatments for heart-related causes of chest pain include: Treatments for other causes of chest pain include: Shop for antacids. Your doctor can treat and resolve chest pain caused by many common conditions. These may include acid reflux, anxiety attacks, and asthma or related disorders. However, chest pain can also be a symptom of a life threatening condition. Seek immediate medical treatment if you think you may be experiencing a heart attack or another heart problem. This can save your life. Once your doctor makes a diagnosis, they can recommend additional treatments to help you manage your condition. Last medically reviewed on December 13, 2021 |