Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Suggest Treatment For Dull Persistent Chest Pain That Radiates To Back
Question: Hello, I am having mild right in the center chest pain dull ache it is annoying since yesterday sometimes off mostly on. I have noticed before when I get very stressed I get this. and I also feel the dull pain at times on my back. I called my primary care Dr. she said because of my family history to go to the ER asap. I took my BP and it is normal 123/75 with the normal high pulse rate 90 I had been walking into my home from my car and took it standing up. I have an appt. with cariologist in 2 wks. I am wanting to wait if it gets worse then go to the ER or should I go now? :(
Brief Answer:
You should consult immediately the ER doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Thank you for asking on HCM!
Regarding your complains, I would recommend you to visit the ER as soon as possible (just as your primary care doctor said you).
Facing your dull chest pain irradiating to the back, with a worsening nature, as well as your positive family history for heart disease, it is very important to rule out the 3 major causes of acute chest syndromes: acute coronary syndrome, acute aortic syndrome, and pulmonary embolism.
You need a careful physical examination, a resting ECG, cardiac enzymes (CK-MB, Troponin I), a chest X ray firm, and if necessary a cardiac ultrasound, as well as additional medical tests.
Your vital parameters are normal for the moment (heart rate, BP), but you need to assure you haven't any of the above mentioned diagnosis. as they are life-threatening and need urgent medical care and intervention.
So, my only advice it to run to the nearest ER service without delay.
Hope to have been helpful!
Feel free to ask me whenever you need. Greetings! Dr. Iliri
You should consult immediately the ER doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Thank you for asking on HCM!
Regarding your complains, I would recommend you to visit the ER as soon as possible (just as your primary care doctor said you).
Facing your dull chest pain irradiating to the back, with a worsening nature, as well as your positive family history for heart disease, it is very important to rule out the 3 major causes of acute chest syndromes: acute coronary syndrome, acute aortic syndrome, and pulmonary embolism.
You need a careful physical examination, a resting ECG, cardiac enzymes (CK-MB, Troponin I), a chest X ray firm, and if necessary a cardiac ultrasound, as well as additional medical tests.
Your vital parameters are normal for the moment (heart rate, BP), but you need to assure you haven't any of the above mentioned diagnosis. as they are life-threatening and need urgent medical care and intervention.
So, my only advice it to run to the nearest ER service without delay.
Hope to have been helpful!
Feel free to ask me whenever you need. Greetings! Dr. Iliri
Note: For further follow-up it is advisable to consult an emergency medicine specialist. Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
