right chest pain
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Q: What does constricting chest pain to the upper right of the chest mean?
I’m asking this question for my Dad whom is having constricting upper right chest pain and doesn’t know how to read it as he has never experienced it before. What does that sound like to you?
Thanks!
A: Could be anything from a pulled muscle, heartburn (acid reflux) to even a pinched nerve in the neck/back (cervical spondylosis). But for a proper diagnosis, he should see a doctor. Good luck!
Q: What’s the difference between liver pain and right chest pain?
I feel pain around my right chest. Would that be liver pain? What’s the different or major difference between liver pain and chest pain?
A: If the pain comes after eating, I’d say it’s more likely a gallbladder issue and not a liver issue. This is definitely something to speak to your PCP about or a gastroenterologist if you have one already.
A HIDA scan w/ CCK was the ONLY test that showed the disease and they ran several on me (including a gallbladder ultrasound w/ cck)
Good luck!
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Gallstones – Symptoms
The most common symptom of gallstones is pain in the stomach area or in the upper right part of the belly, under the ribs.
The pain may:
* Develop suddenly in the center of the upper belly (epigastric area) and spread to the right upper back or shoulder blade area. It is usually hard to get comfortable; moving around does not make the pain go away.
* Prevent you from taking normal or deep breaths.
* Last 15 minutes to 24 hours. Continuous pain for 1 to 5 hours is common.
* Begin at night and be severe enough to wake you.
* Occur after meals.
Gallstone pain can cause vomiting, which may relieve some of the belly (abdominal) pain and pressure. Pain that occurs with a fever, nausea, and vomiting or loss of appetite may be a sign of inflammation or infection of the gallbladder (acute cholecystitis). Symptoms that may mean that a gallstone is blocking the common bile duct include:
* Yellowing of the skin and the white part of the eyes (jaundice).
* Dark urine.
* Light-colored stools.
* A fever and chills.
There are many other conditions that cause similar symptoms, including heartburn, pain caused by a heart attack, and liver problems. Stomach flu (gastroenteritis) and food poisoning also can cause symptoms similar to gallstones. Diarrhea and vomiting occur with the flu and food poisoning, but the pain tends to come and go rather than be constant. Also, pain with these conditions may be felt all over the belly, rather than in one spot.
Belly pain that comes and goes (rather than being constant) and that occurs with nausea and vomiting and possibly a mild fever is more likely to be caused by stomach flu or food poisoning than by gallstones. This is especially true if others around you are sick with similar symptoms.
Q: Upper right chest pain above right breast?
I am currently experiencing a weird chest pain to the right of my sternum almost up to my neck line into my right breast. The slightest movement causes pain and if you press in a certain area, it hurts like hell. When I turn my head to the right or move my back, it also hurts. I am overweight and a smoker. I have a history of costochondritis and I know how that feels, but this is different and in a a different spot. Does anyone have any idea what this could be? Please help. Thanks!
A: Go see a doctor
Q: Can a heartburn cause chest pain in the right area of your chest?
ive been having chest pain in the left side but thats all gone after my reflux disease has been treated, now my right chest still aches. im not sure if this is still heartburn. thanks.
A: yes chest pains can be caused by heartburn, among other things. other possibilities include referred pain from your neck/back (cervical spondylosis) or a pulled muscle
Q: Could right side chest pain that radiates be a warning sign that I’ve had a minor heart attack?
I was recently diagnosed with blood clots and have been having TIAs or mini-strokes. The other day I had an unexplained pain in the right side of my chest radiating down my right arm and into my back. I got very sick to my stomach. This feeling past after about 15mins, but reoccured later that night. I found rest helped.
A: With your background I would suggest seeing your doctor.
from what I hear a person can have pains just about anywhere when suffering with a heart attack. But, it could be a pulled muscle, indigestion or a host of other things.
Q: How serious is upper right chest pain?
I’m 21 years old. Since I was 4 years old until 17, I used to dance twice a week + PE at school.
Meanwhile, in this 4 years, I didn’t do any exercise (perhaps once in a month).
During those exercise, I’ve got chest pain. It is hurt more when I put in my stomach and bounce.
Is it serious or just a muscular pain?
A: I’m not a doctor, but it doesn’t sound too serious. If the pain came on all on it’s own, and is consistent with the exercise, it can probably be attributed to that. Another important thing is what type of pain it is. You say you used to be pretty active is dancing and exercising, but you’ve tapered off quite a bit. If it’s only happening when you exercise I think you probably just overworked inactive muscles. Also, if it’s closer to the surface of the skin it is less severe than if it was deep inside the tissue. If the pain persists, you need to see a doctor. If the pain goes away as a result of resting up, it could be caused by the exercise.
Q: What could be the cause of this chest (upper right side) pain?
Wednesday I ate and half hour later I threw up everything I ate. Thursday I start feeling a light chest pain but today it takes a whole different level: I can’t yarn, laugh, caught nor take deep breaths. I have insurance but it’s such a hassle to go to the ER and get an X-ray now (10:20 PM for me now). If you were in my position right now, would you be worried about this pain? I am in my mid 20s….
A: Definitely go into the ER something could be seriously wrong. Do you know if you have asthma (do you have chest tightness as well?)? You may also have some sort of chest infection or something. If I was in your position I would go into the ER since it is better safe then sorry, sure it will take a while but if there is something seriously wrong then that time was well wasted.
Q: What Could Cause Right sided Chest pain in a 23 yr old woman?
Im 23 yrs. old with postpartum cardiomyopathy. dr.said i was o.k 2 months ago. Today I started having right sided chest pain. Ive had my gallbladder out so its not that. What else could it be.
I cant take tramadol as i said i have heart problems
A: Chest pain, especially pain in right chest area, can be caused by conditions that are not at all related to the heart. As for example, formation of gallstones(removed), pneumonia and liver diseases like hepatitis, can cause right side chest pain in women.
Gas problems are also related to right side chest pain in women, while a muscle twitch, either due to inappropriate posture or rapid breathing, can cause pain in both left and right side of the chest.
So women should not neglect chest pain even if a coronary heart disease is not detected. They should undergo further tests as recommended by their physicians for proper diagnosis of other conditions related to chest pain.
Get checked up once again.
Q: i have chest pain in the centre of my chest and someitmes towards right side?
sometimes i feel pain towards right side of chest and all over, does anybody have idea what could b the cause?
i did ECG & CBC test but was normal.
A: You need to get seen by a doctor! Chest pain can NOT be diagnosed on a website! Go to the doctor!
btw – whether the chest pain is on the left or right is irrelevant to heart problems, the fact that it’s in the middle is a concern and then it radiates to one side! You are risking getting uneducated answers on here, so please just go to your doctor and get checked. Goodluck!!
Q: Below right Chest Pain 21 Weeks Pregnant?
I am getting slight pain below my right chest. If i stand when cooking or while go walking that pain slowly increases.If i take rest that pain goes away.Because of this i am unable to laydown on my right side.First it starts below chest then it is pulling that side bones and it becomes like backache.
Please share your experience and possible cause. I am very much concerned/worried with this pain.
Thanks
K
A: you should not be worried i got that all the time it was like heartburn and i just took tums and it help alot
Q: When nervous get a pain in right chest/ right arm at the shoulder. Should i be worried?
i am an college student, therefore use to suffering from stress, but lately when i am stressed out about a test or presentation i will get a pang that is located in the far right of my chest and extends to from just above my right breast to the junction where my shoulder meets my arm. the pain is usually brief and is not to unmanageable but i was wondering if I should be worried that it might be linked to something other then nerves. I have no other medical condition as i know of. has anyone else had this problem?
A: I have similar problems and definately suffer from chest pain associated with stress and nerves. However, as a first aid instructor, I also know that you always get chest pain checked out by a doctor. Good luck to you, I feel your pain, literally. And I feel so bad for college/university students because you are at a really stressful part of your life!
Q: Pain in right chest when breathing deep?
I made a move to hug my gf, when suddenly I felt a pain in the right chest.
I have been training push ups and stomach training yesterday, so I felt a bit pain in the muscles today, most in stomach though.
But the pain is most when i stand with hands in the air and breath deep so the chest expands.
If I crounch together then i can breath deep with less pain.
Its been going for 10 minutes now, anyone who got a clue what it could be?
A: Sounds like it could be a pulled muscle on the right side of your chest or inflammation between your ribs. Try taking some ibuprofen xor paracetamol for pain relief and if it doesn’t get better or symptoms get worse get it looked at by your doctor. But at this stage nothing to be too concerned about
Q: Is an unusual chest pain in the right side a symptom of a heart stroke?
I am under medication “zimvastatin 10mg” due to high levels of cholesterol in my blood. Today I’m having an unusual pain in the right side of the chest. The pain comes on & off. Quite difficult when the pain comes. I did not tell anyone yet. I am in my office. Can anyone please tell me immediately why I have this? It will be of help if any doctor can see this query and answer me.
Thanks.
A: You should go see your doctor…
It could be ANYTHING, from heart attack, to indigestion..
Q: having chest pain, right side, when inhaling?
I have been having chest pain on the right side which isn’t severe but intensifies when I inhale. I have been drinking plenty of fluids, what can this be? Im 21 and quit smoking a while ago.
A: That sounds like what is called pleurisy. Have you had a recent illness? Sometimes viral or bacterial infections can cause this in young people. Also, there is a condition known as pneumothorax which can occasionally happen as well… happens when air begins to leak outside of your lungs and into the thorax. But with a pneumothorax, you will often have trouble actually breathing and get short of breath. There are of course other causes like trauma to your ribs or another condition called costochondritis. I would just try taking some NSAIDs just in case it’s something like costochondritis. Otherwise, if you’re not having trouble actually breathing, I’d hold out for now and see if it goes away in a few days.
Q: What causes brief right side chest pain?
I’m 20 years old and the pain only lasts for a second but it keeps coming back. I’m not having shortness of breath nor do I feel light headed.
A: This sounds like a muscle spasm, possibly
a pinched nerve, or if it were closer to the
center of the chest might even be GERD.
I suspect it is likely a result of posture causing
a strain on the spine.
It is hard to make a good guess, and could
even be caused by a bra putting strain on the
nearby nerves.
Drink more water, and avoid caffeine, alcohol,
smoking and artificial sweeteners.
If the pain persists or worsens, consult your Physician.
Good Luck~
