Have Some Shoulder Pain And Chest Pain. Cause And Treatment?

Posted on Sat, 3 Aug 2013

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Sat, 3 Aug 2013 Answered on

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Question : Hi have some shoulder pain and chest pain not bad just niggling

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (50 minutes later)

Hello,
Thanks for writing to us.

Before I answer your query, I need some more information on your symptoms to arrive at a possible diagnosis. Please answer the below questions -

* Please clearly elaborate your symptoms
* what is the duration of your symptoms?(from how much time you feel these pain)
* Is pain diffuse in nature and is felt over the entire chest wall or can be localized to a finger tip?
* Is it made worse by exertion or emotion or relieved by rest ?
* Are your symptoms present throughout the day or related to only any particular movements
* Are you taking any medications right now for any other health issues?
* Any history of trauma or injury.

Awaiting your reply....

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vasanth

Follow up: Dr. Saurabh Gupta (2 hours later)

It's better in morning after rest feels like heart burn but bad heart burn.. Coming out through my back down the shoulder no medicines or traumas being very stressed this week

Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (1 hour later)

Hi ,
Thanks for writing back

Pain you have seems to be due to stress and muscle spasm.
Do some stretching exercises to relive the spasm.Hot compresses will be useful pain relieving measure. You may apply a local analgesic gel on that area.
Do not take too much stress. Do some relaxation exercises like yoga, meditation, etc.
Take some antacid tablets for heartburn after discussing with your doctor. Drink plenty of fluids.

I hope this will helps you.
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Regards.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vasanth