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Suggest Treatment For Chest Pain

Posted on Tue, 6 Oct 2015

Question: Hi i have been experiencing chest pain for some time now. It was on the left and right side but this last week it has been stronger on the L above my breast.
I have had a chest Xray with the XXXXXXX and that was clear i have also had the canera done and that was good... I also have pain in the upper part of left arm ( like a pulled muscle)

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (27 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Painful upper chest

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

Pain predominantly on the left side should be evaluated. I am happy you have got a chest x ray done and it normal. However I strongly recommend you to get a EKG done as soon as possible to rule out cardiac involvement.

For now I recommend you to do the following

1. Tab Acetaminophen 3 times a day for 5 day will reduce the pain. You can also apply diclofenac gel over the area for symptomatic relief
2. If your muscles feel sore to touch apply cold packs on for 15-20 min three times a day
3. Do not exert or lift heavy weights until you are better

I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (15 minutes later)

Is Acetaminophen a antibiotic?

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (16 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Pain killer

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for getting back. Acetaminophen is otherwise called Paracetamol, it popularly comes as Tab Panadol or Tab Dolo 650

Regards

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