What Causes Chest Pain In Children?

Posted on Mon, 22 Sep 2014

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Question : what can be the reason for chest pain in 4 year old boy?

Answered by Dr. Vivek Chail (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Respiratory infection, acid reflux or stress

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for writing in to us.

I have read through your query in detail.
At the age of 4, a chest pain can be due to an upper respiratory infection (common cold) or persistent cough can cause soreness and pain in the chest area.

In some children its acid reflux heartburn which is felt as chest pain.

Many children also have chest pain due to stress or anxiety.

Chest pain in a 4 year old is less likely to be due to heart disease.

It is important to consult a pediatrician and get a diagnosis after clinical evaluation

Hope your query is answered.
Please write back if you have any doubts.

Regards,
Dr.Vivek

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar