What Is The Cause For Shooting Pain In Chest?

Posted on Thu, 19 Dec 2013

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Question : Hi If you get shooting pain in chest. The pain lasts less then a second . I just get worried

Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (33 minutes later)

Hi i read your query and would like to say that it looks like premature heart beat. I suggest to do an ECG and consult a cardiologist.

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

Follow up: Dr. Benard Shehu (18 minutes later)

I had ecg in XXXXXXX it was perfect. I been GP they said it looks great i have a good strong heart beat

Answered by Dr. Benard Shehu (3 days later)

Brief Answer: Please follow the suggestions below. Detailed Answer: Hi XXXX, If the ECG you did in XXXXXXX was perfect, and you have been diagnosed with a good strong heart beat, then, there is not need to be worried about. The pain you are feeling will be related to neurological or muscular patterns. So, I'd suggest to: - take otc oral analgesics to reduce pain (paracetamol,ibuprofen,ketoprofen) - if your work involves working in front of the computer for too long; I'd suggest to have several breaks and do some stretching exercises; please stay straight - try to be more physically involved to reduce muscle strain - drink more water - avoid caffeine or energetic drinks - try to cope with stress if you are having a stressful period or work overload - do regular check ups annually All the best! Dr.Benard

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Shanthi.E