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What Is The Treatment For Chest Pain?

I am 11 months status post 2-vessel CABG ("widow maker" configuration). I have begun to have chest pain that comes and goes (does not seem to be associated with anything in particular). Sometimes it is very sharp and at other times is "just there". Should I be worried? I am a 59-YO female, 5'2" and weigh 164#.
Wed, 22 Jun 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes, in my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist and first rule out heart related chest pain.
Post CABG (Coronary artery bypass grafting), there are 10-15 % chances of blockage in new vessels after 1 year.
And this can cause such kind of chest pain.
So get done ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test) first.
If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart related chest pain.
Sometimes simple musculoskeletal pain can be the cause.
So avoid movements causing pain. Avoid bad postures in sleep. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Is The Treatment For Chest Pain?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, in my opinion, you should definitely consult cardiologist and first rule out heart related chest pain. Post CABG (Coronary artery bypass grafting), there are 10-15 % chances of blockage in new vessels after 1 year. And this can cause such kind of chest pain. So get done ecg, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test) first. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart related chest pain. Sometimes simple musculoskeletal pain can be the cause. So avoid movements causing pain. Avoid bad postures in sleep. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. Don t worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.