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What Causes Pain Under The Left Breast Radiating To The Back?

I m having pain on my left side, from under my breast to the side then to the back. It was just when I moved my left arm, but now it hurts when I take a deep breath. I also vomited earlier today for no apparent reason. My doctor was concerned yesterday, just happened to have an appt. She did an EKG, checked my oxygen, and had me go for chest/lung x-rays. Everything can back normal. She wanted me to go to the emergency room for another test, but I can t remember which one. I did not go however since it felt to me like a pulled muscle or bruised rib. But now that the pain is almost constant, I m not so sure I made the right decision. Your thoughts please? Thank you anyway. I did not realize there was a fee.
Thu, 21 Mar 2019
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Hello,

Pain under the left breast radiating to the back often occurs due to Costochondritis, chest injury, pleurisy, pericarditis or developing coronary artery disease. Deep breathing exercises, heat & cold therapy are effective, avoid weight lifting, running or any heavy work. Other causes can be gastritis, pancreatitis or injury to the spleen.
1. Take antacids, PPI's, Pantoprazol, get physically examined, get lipid function tests, CBC, Urinalysis, Imaging tests are done to detect the pathology causing it.
2. Avoid a sedentary lifestyle, do regular exercises, stay away from drug abuse & junk food.
3. Stay well hydrated, take adequate rest & avoid stress.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Pain Under The Left Breast Radiating To The Back?

Hello, Pain under the left breast radiating to the back often occurs due to Costochondritis, chest injury, pleurisy, pericarditis or developing coronary artery disease. Deep breathing exercises, heat & cold therapy are effective, avoid weight lifting, running or any heavy work. Other causes can be gastritis, pancreatitis or injury to the spleen. 1. Take antacids, PPI s, Pantoprazol, get physically examined, get lipid function tests, CBC, Urinalysis, Imaging tests are done to detect the pathology causing it. 2. Avoid a sedentary lifestyle, do regular exercises, stay away from drug abuse & junk food. 3. Stay well hydrated, take adequate rest & avoid stress. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician