
What Causes Sharp Pain In The Rib Cage?

Question: i awoke with sharp pain going all around my upper rib cage, felt like a band being tightened. from 1 to 10 pain was an 8
Brief Answer:
You need to consult your PCP or a cardiologist.
Detailed Answer:
Hello Gailbrandt,
Thanks for posting your query on HCM.
Any pain in the chest should not be ignored espEcially at your age. First and foremost a heart ailment especially a heart attack needs to be ruled out. More so if you have diabetes, high blood pressure or if you are a smoker. So I suggest you consult your PCP or a cardiologist to rule out any heart ailment. In the meanwhile continue with aspirin 300mgm daily along with a PPI like pantocid.
Take care.
You need to consult your PCP or a cardiologist.
Detailed Answer:
Hello Gailbrandt,
Thanks for posting your query on HCM.
Any pain in the chest should not be ignored espEcially at your age. First and foremost a heart ailment especially a heart attack needs to be ruled out. More so if you have diabetes, high blood pressure or if you are a smoker. So I suggest you consult your PCP or a cardiologist to rule out any heart ailment. In the meanwhile continue with aspirin 300mgm daily along with a PPI like pantocid.
Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Vaishalee Punj

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