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What Causes Recurring Upper Chest Pains?

I have been experiencing achy chest pain in my uppder chest and upper back on and off for the past week. Today the pain was worse and even my bones in my arms felt achy.Now I have woken up with what feels like heart burn, burning in my throat and my back is achy across. My heart rate is normal, breathing is normal. I feel like I have been punched in the back shoulder blade and have heartburn. What could this be?

Tue, 20 Jun 2017
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Hello,

Brief answer: Probably coronary artery disease.

Detailed answer: Hello, I have read your question and understood your concerns. All the symptoms you described above are characteristic and related to coronary artery problem. This condition happens when the coronary arteries become stiff and narrowed, as result of atherosclerosis plaque formation. Atherosclerosis plaque is result of high cholesterol levels, smoking, drinking alcohol, or high blood pressure.

So, first thing first, is to do some lifestyle changes, including consuming a healthy diet, low in fat, carbs and salt, rich in fibers and antioxidant. If you are a smoker or alcohol consumer, it is necessary to quit smoking and drinking. Change your everyday habits, try to do some exercises, or even walking at least 30 minutes per day. Check your blood pressure regularly.

I would recommend you also to consult your cardiologist, and do an electrocardiogram and an Echocardiography. These 2 examinations are necessary to check if there is a concrete problem with your coronary arteries.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Genti Mulla
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What Causes Recurring Upper Chest Pains?

Hello, Brief answer: Probably coronary artery disease. Detailed answer: Hello, I have read your question and understood your concerns. All the symptoms you described above are characteristic and related to coronary artery problem. This condition happens when the coronary arteries become stiff and narrowed, as result of atherosclerosis plaque formation. Atherosclerosis plaque is result of high cholesterol levels, smoking, drinking alcohol, or high blood pressure. So, first thing first, is to do some lifestyle changes, including consuming a healthy diet, low in fat, carbs and salt, rich in fibers and antioxidant. If you are a smoker or alcohol consumer, it is necessary to quit smoking and drinking. Change your everyday habits, try to do some exercises, or even walking at least 30 minutes per day. Check your blood pressure regularly. I would recommend you also to consult your cardiologist, and do an electrocardiogram and an Echocardiography. These 2 examinations are necessary to check if there is a concrete problem with your coronary arteries. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Genti Mulla