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What Causes Dull Pain In Chest When Under Stress?
Question: I have had a dull ache in my chest for the last 5 days. If I start feeling stressed about something, the dull ache becomes a quick stab that goes away immediately. I'm a runner, & it actually feels better when I run and for a while after the run. I'm 39 years old with normal blood pressure and at a healthy weight. Should I still be worried about angina?
Brief Answer:
you shouldn't be worried about angina.
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
Based on what you are saying you shouldn't be worried about angina. The pain isn't typical for angina because:
- chest pain that last for days
- It feel better when you run or for a while after you run.
However if you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations to definitely exclude heart problems:
- ECG
- Cardiac echo
- Stress test
Hope this was of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
you shouldn't be worried about angina.
Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking!
Based on what you are saying you shouldn't be worried about angina. The pain isn't typical for angina because:
- chest pain that last for days
- It feel better when you run or for a while after you run.
However if you were my patient I would recommend to do the following examinations to definitely exclude heart problems:
- ECG
- Cardiac echo
- Stress test
Hope this was of help!
Wish you health!
Dr. Shehu
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