Question 1

split second sharp chest pain in center of chest  and under right breast that is intermittent. can hear a lot of gas with stethoscope.

Accepted Answer

Prob. not a worry: Most sharp pains in the chest, unless there has been trauma to the muscles or rib cage, ate due to stomach or upper intestinal gas pockets and are not serious. However, if this continues, please see your health advisor.

Question 2

sharp chest pain at the center and a little bit on the left side. when breathing, coughing or just moving.

Accepted Answer

Musculoskeletal: At age 16, this is most likely a problem with the rib cage itself, maybe something called costochondritis. These things are not dangerous. Best to see a primary care provider if you're worried. Hope this helps!

Question 3

i found that after a tough workout or long run, i get a sharp chest pain in the center when breathing deep. it goes away after a few minutes. ideas?

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Eval needed: Talk to your doctor about this. It may be related to the heart. In this case you may require additional intervention.

Question 4

what does sharp chest pain signify?

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Variable: Sharp chest discomfort, especially if only lasting a few seconds, is usually benign and most likely musculoskeletal in origin.  Much depends on where it's located, what precipitates it, what symptoms are associated with it, and what relieves it.  Simple rest and, if recurrent, antiinflammatories or analgesics may be useful, but if persistent, evaluation by your doctor is prudent.

Question 5

i have sharp chest pain in my leftside?

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Chest pain: You need a physician visit to diffrentiate cardiac pain vs. Non-cardiac.

Question 6

how bad is sharp chest pain from pneumo?

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Chest pain: Chest pain from pneumonia can be severe especially when pleura involved. Pain worsens on coughing and change of posture.

Question 7

help me with sharp chest pain on left side?

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See below: Many things can cause these symptoms.  You need to see your doctor.  He/she whill perform a thorough examination to see what's going on and tell you what to do about it.

Question 8

what can cause split second sharp chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Not the heart: A myofascial syndrome can cause this. This is soreness in the muscle, ligaments, and soft tissues of the chest wall, cartilages,  and rib cage.

Question 9

what should one do if a sharp chest pain occurs?

Accepted Answer

Depends: on your medical history and the circumstances surrounding the episodes.  Doubt cardiac cause of chest pain for a 25 year old (otherwise healthy, I assume) and more likely musculoskeletal.  Suggest seeing your primary care physician for a detailed history and physical exam.

Question 10

i have a sharp chest pain it started a few mins ago?

Accepted Answer

Emergency room!: Please, acute and severe symptoms should be evaluated by a trained physician at an emergency room. This is not the place to make this kind of consultations.

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Split second sharp chest pain in center of chest and under right breast that is intermittent. can hear a lot of gas with stethoscope.

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Sharp chest pain at the center and a little bit on the left side. when breathing, coughing or just moving.

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I found that after a tough workout or long run, i get a sharp chest pain in the center when breathing deep. it goes away after a few minutes. ideas?

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