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hi there, i have been feeling a slight sharp pain on my left side of my chest. it feels like it's getting more noticeable by the day and i'm worried it can get worse.

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Chestpain: Chestpain associated with angina worsens with exercise &being active.Chestpain will improve with exercise if stress related.Silent reflux can also cause chestpain, this worsens at night.Sharp pains can be costochondritis-inflammation in joints next to sternum or from the pleura- this worsens with deep breathing. Please consult your GP/emergency.Aspirin improves chestpain from angina &inflammation.

Answered on May 13, 2020

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I get dull aches, mostly on the left side of my chest. I sometimes get a "poking" feeling in my middle tricep. I alsoget occasional slight headches. I got myself checked thricein three weeks but found nothing. What should I do?

Dr. Bahman Omrani answered

17 years experience Pain Management

Atypical CP: Occasionally diseases involving the cervical spine & nearby nerves can cause the described pattern of pain. Physical exam & MRI +/- nerve test can pro ... Read More

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A 32-year-old female asked:

I have a sharp pain inmy chest, feeling nausious and uncomfortable, don't know how to lie in bed for itto get better I did tear a muscle inmy left side friday morning. It feels like my stomach is burning and asif someone is pressing down on my chest?

Dr. Robert Kwok answered

33 years experience Pediatrics

Doctor can examine: A person with chest pressure or pain must see the doctor to find out why. She can go to the ER if she cannot reach her doctor. If it turns out to be a ... Read More

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A 34-year-old male asked:

Feeling burden on left side of chest with blured vision and discomfort, restless sleep, tense, get worse after exercise. ECG, ETT, TFT report are ok.

Dr. Bennett Werner answered

44 years experience Cardiology

Stress: You make a pretty good case for a stress reaction or panic attack. Are you under a lot of stress? Try some relaxation techniques. Look at this web si ... Read More

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Every time i swallow any food or liquid i get a sharp pain in the left side of my chest, what is wrong it is only a mild pain?

Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

13 years experience Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Needs evaluation: Multiple problems can cause this symptom. It is likely related to an esophagus problem of which the most common is inflammation as a result of acid r ... Read More

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hi there, i have been feeling a slight sharp pain on my left side of my chest. it feels like it's getting more noticeable by the day and i'm worried it can get worse.

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I get dull aches, mostly on the left side of my chest. I sometimes get a "poking" feeling in my middle tricep. I alsoget occasional slight headches. I got myself checked thricein three weeks but found nothing. What should I do?

I have a sharp pain inmy chest, feeling nausious and uncomfortable, don't know how to lie in bed for itto get better I did tear a muscle inmy left side friday morning. It feels like my stomach is burning and asif someone is pressing down on my chest?

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