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How Can Recurring Sharp Pain On The Left Side Of My Chest Toward The Side Of My Pectoral Muscle For Several Hours Be Treated?

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Posted on Fri, 9 Apr 2021
Question: I'm experiencing a recurring sharp pain on the left side of my chest, toward the side of my pectoral muscle. It is not debilitating, but it is recurring and has been for several hours.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Gopal (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Could be cardiac problem or costo chondritis .

Detailed Answer:
Hi I am Dr Gopal Goel Orthopedic Surgeon.
Sharp pain on left side of chest could be due to cardiac problem or costo chondritis.
In my opinion it is essential to exclude any cardiac cause before starting treatment.
You should get an ECG and if required , Echocardiography.
If these are normal then I would suggest pain killers and muscle relaxants. If there is no improvement in 2-3 weeks then I would give local steroid injection.
Hope for all the best. Please let me know the follow up .
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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How Can Recurring Sharp Pain On The Left Side Of My Chest Toward The Side Of My Pectoral Muscle For Several Hours Be Treated?

Brief Answer: Could be cardiac problem or costo chondritis . Detailed Answer: Hi I am Dr Gopal Goel Orthopedic Surgeon. Sharp pain on left side of chest could be due to cardiac problem or costo chondritis. In my opinion it is essential to exclude any cardiac cause before starting treatment. You should get an ECG and if required , Echocardiography. If these are normal then I would suggest pain killers and muscle relaxants. If there is no improvement in 2-3 weeks then I would give local steroid injection. Hope for all the best. Please let me know the follow up .