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I am a smoker i went to the hospital did a ct scan also rib x-rays heart monitor they found nothing sharp chest pain still bothering me its been going on for about 30 days i am a smoker i can exercise. sometimes get better with rest sometimes don't?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Depends: It really does still depend on the specific diagnosis. Possible causes can be cardiac, pulmonary, GI, andusculoskeletal; and the treatment and prognosis vary based upon what it is. Might want to sit down with your doctor and discuss what he feels is specifically causing your pain.

Answered 11/2/2015

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Dr. Carisa Hines answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

Chest pain: i recommend that you stop smoking. Whether related to current issues or not, it's just good for your overall health now and in the future. I would also see a provider about getting a stress test of your heart, and possible Cardiology referral.

Answered 10/15/2015

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Dr. Carisa Hines answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

Chest pain: i recommend that you stop smoking. Whether related to current issues or not, it's just good for your overall health now and in the future. I would also see a provider about getting a stress test of your heart, and possible Cardiology referral.

Answered 10/14/2015

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Pain: You may have costochondritis (inflammation of costal cartilages) or intercostal neuralgia or muscle strain.

Answered 10/15/2015

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