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What Causes Sharp Pain On Left-sided Chest And Left Shoulder Blade?

My girlfriend is experiencing a very sharp and random pain in the left side of her chest. It came out of no where and she describes it as a sharp stabbing pain that originates from the front of the left side of her chest, to the backside of her left shoulderblade along her ribs. Any pressure, movements, or even just sitting brings pain. Enough to make her want to just squeeze something to death
Wed, 24 Aug 2016
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Since her chest add shoulder pain are associated with movements and position, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more.
But left sided chest and shoulder pain are also seen in heart diseases. So we should first rule out heart diseases in her case.
So get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg and 2d echo.
If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases.
Ask her to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in musculoskeletal pain.
1. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
2. Avoid bad postures in sleep.
3. Avoid movements causing pain.
4. Apply warm water pad on affected areas.
5. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs.
6. Sit with proper chest and back support.
Don't worry, she will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks but first rule out heart diseases.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your girlfriend. Thanks.
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What Causes Sharp Pain On Left-sided Chest And Left Shoulder Blade?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Since her chest add shoulder pain are associated with movements and position, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more. But left sided chest and shoulder pain are also seen in heart diseases. So we should first rule out heart diseases in her case. So get done blood pressure monitoring, ecg and 2d echo. If all these are normal then no need to worry for heart diseases. Ask her to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief in musculoskeletal pain. 1. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 2. Avoid bad postures in sleep. 3. Avoid movements causing pain. 4. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. 5. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs. 6. Sit with proper chest and back support. Don t worry, she will be alright with all these in 1-2 weeks but first rule out heart diseases. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your girlfriend. Thanks.