Question 1

what should i do about early signs of thoracic radiculopathy?

Accepted Answer

Seek treatment: This is a condition where the intercostal nerve in the thoracic spine is irritated, causing pain along the ribs. It can be due to disc herniation, compression fractures, tumor, shingles, to name a few. Early signs may just need observation. Check with your md.

Question 2

my hand has a bluish hue, is this a sign of thoracic outlet syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Not usually.: T.O.S. Usually has neurologic implications(numbness, tingling, decrease in the range of motion of the extremity).  Sounds like you are describing something vascular in nature; best to have your doctor check it out and determine which one you are ailing from.

Question 3

if u have an aneurysm of the thoracic aorta would the bp be the same in both arms and both legs? what other clinical signs would suggest aneurysm? ty

Accepted Answer

No: Aneurysm does not affect BP differential. Normally L arm BP is

Question 4

is having a lot of cold in your chest a sign of bronchitis?

Accepted Answer

Cold in chest: Possibly. See your doctor so he can auscultate your lungs to see if you have bronchitis. You may have to have an xray.

Question 5

is chest pain a sign of covid?

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Maybe: Classic symptoms of Covid19 are fever, sore throat, aches, dry cough, loss of smell, but associated chest pain, especially with breathing difficulties,is one of the symptoms of more serious infection and warrants evaluation in the hospital emergency room. Also notify your physician.

Question 6

what are the signs and symptoms of chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Confusing question: So chest pain is a symptom, not a disease. The pain itself is a symptom. By signs we mean things we find on examining you so that the signs would depend on the cause of the pain. If for instance the pain is because you were in a car accident, there might be a bruise from the seat belt.

Question 7

is chest pain a sign of angina? have i developed angina?

Accepted Answer

Chest pain: Angina is pain that comes on in chest when you exercise and stops when you stop.   Would be unusual in someone your age. Discuss details with your team.

Question 8

is frequent trapped air in your chest a sign of a stomach illness or stomach problem?

Accepted Answer

Possibilities: Consider aerophagia (air swallowing), esophageal dysmotility, atypical gerd. If originating below the esophagus, maybe: 1) partial gastric outlet obstruction due to gastritis/ulcer; 2) pyloric narrowing from scar;3) gastroparesis due to delayed stomach emptying (as w/diabetic gut neuropathy); 4) bacterial overgrowth in gut; 5) any malabsorption; 6) pancreatic maldigestion; 7) ibs. Get checked.

Question 9

itchy chest right after being in the sun for a few hours. no visible signs of anything?

Accepted Answer

Sun sensitivity: too much of a good thing may not be good. Check sunblock used if it's waterproof, may have chemicals that are irritating plus with sweat and sun can cause a hypersensitivity response. Make sure to wash it all off with mild soap and water. Also some people are more sensitive to sun exposure than others.

Question 10

what are the signs when you get a chest infection?

Accepted Answer

Coughing & sputum: Green to brown mucus coming up from the chest with or without a fever. May have breathing problem some times.

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If u have an aneurysm of the thoracic aorta would the bp be the same in both arms and both legs? what other clinical signs would suggest aneurysm? ty

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Is having a lot of cold in your chest a sign of bronchitis?

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