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I Keep Getting Mild Pain In The Middle Of My
Question: I keep getting mild pain in the middle of my chest that last about 5 seconds goes a way and comes back for almost 24 hours now. no other issues.
it is right between my breast a small area
It last for 1 second and it almost like someone is poking you really hard
Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service!
I understand your concern... I would like to explain that your pain seems to be of an extra-cardiac origin. It is well localized and described in a small chest area.
A differential diagnosis should be done considering a possible musculo-skeletal disorder (inflammation), pleural inflammation or even a digestive problem.
If antacids (tums) do not help, you may try an anti-inflammatory drug (like Naproxen, Ibuprofen); and if the symptoms persist I recommend to discuss with your attending internist for a possible physical exam and additional tests.
Hope to have been helpful to you!
In case of any further questions, feel free to ask me again.
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
I would explain as follows:
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service!
I understand your concern... I would like to explain that your pain seems to be of an extra-cardiac origin. It is well localized and described in a small chest area.
A differential diagnosis should be done considering a possible musculo-skeletal disorder (inflammation), pleural inflammation or even a digestive problem.
If antacids (tums) do not help, you may try an anti-inflammatory drug (like Naproxen, Ibuprofen); and if the symptoms persist I recommend to discuss with your attending internist for a possible physical exam and additional tests.
Hope to have been helpful to you!
In case of any further questions, feel free to ask me again.
Kind regards,
Dr. Iliri
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