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What Causes Left Chest Pain With Shortness Of Breath And Arm Tingling?
I started with slight pain in my left front chest about a month ago. it has developed in to pain in my front left and front right as well as back left. I have had shortness of breath and pins and needles in my left arm for about a week. I visited the doctor last week and he diagnosed Pluracy and prescribed antiinflammitories and paracetamol. I am a smoker and have smoked for 15 years. i am 29
Thu, 26 Oct 2017
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Smokers are more prone for pleurisy (inflammation of pleura).
So you are should quit smoking as soon as possible.
Along with medications, you should avoid movements causing pain.
Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
Apply warm water pad on affected areas of chest.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
I can understand your concern.
Smokers are more prone for pleurisy (inflammation of pleura).
So you are should quit smoking as soon as possible.
Along with medications, you should avoid movements causing pain.
Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
Apply warm water pad on affected areas of chest.
Don't worry, you will be alright with all these.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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