I Have Some Minor Discomfort In My Chest

Posted on Mon, 7 Sep 2020

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Question : I have some minor discomfort in my chest

Follow up: Dr. Ilir Sharka (4 minutes later)

Yesterday after taking my dose of adderall (15mg) I began having a bit of a minor pain 3-4/10 below my left breast left center of chest.

I also ended up having a Labor Day party at my house where I imbibed a lot of alcohol etc.

Just wondering at what point this minor non-constant pain might become an actual concern.

My resting heart rate is 83 bmp and my Apple Watch ekg says I’m in sinus rhythm.

Answered by Dr. Ilir Sharka (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I would explain as follows:

Detailed Answer:
Hello!

Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!

I understand your concern and would recommend trying a PPI ( omeprazole, pantoprazole)first, to help exclude possible gastritis as s possible cause of this clinical situation.

I would like to know more about this episode of chest pain:
- Is it triggered by physical exercise?
- Is it triggered by deep breathing or body movements?
-How long did it last?

If this chest pain persists, I recommend performing a resting ECG and cardiac enzymes.

Performing an exercise cardiac stress test may be needed.

Hope you will find this answer helpful!

I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need!

Kind regards,

Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist

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