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What Causes Cough,chest Pain And Shortness Of Breath?

Hi I am 49yrs old, I have been through a lot of stress and hard times in my life. I have been experiencing for the last 2 years chest pains, numbness sometimes in my left leg and other times in my left arm. I get these sort of pain in my chest like someone is sitting on me and I feel out of breath. Lately about 4 times a week I get into a coughing fit so hard, sweating, and vomitting. Do you have any suggestions for me, and give me some advice. I am also 5'3' and a bit overweight 149 lbs.

Thank you Anna
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Chest pain, coughing and breathlessness are commonly seen with heart and lung diseases.
So better to consult doctor and get done
1. Ecg, 2d echo and stress test to rule out heart diseases.
2. Clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (pulmonary function test) to rule out lung diseases.
If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart or lung related diseases.
Sometimes, uncontrolled stress and anxiety can also cause similar symptoms.
So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it's solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs.
Don't worry, you will be alright, but first rule out heart and lung related diseases.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Cough,chest Pain And Shortness Of Breath?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chest pain, coughing and breathlessness are commonly seen with heart and lung diseases. So better to consult doctor and get done 1. Ecg, 2d echo and stress test to rule out heart diseases. 2. Clinical examination of respiratory system, chest x ray and PFT (pulmonary function test) to rule out lung diseases. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart or lung related diseases. Sometimes, uncontrolled stress and anxiety can also cause similar symptoms. So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it s solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs. Don t worry, you will be alright, but first rule out heart and lung related diseases. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.