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What Causes Throbbing Chest Pains?
Hi, I have been getting chest pains on the left side only when I'm sitting in a certain position. It only occurs if I'm reading in bed or sitting in that position on the couch. I am a female, 51, fit, do a lot of cardio with no pain but this has become pretty consistent. It's not a sharp pain, more of a throbbing type (hard to describe). I just had an ekg and physical and all was fine. I didn't mention this to my doctor figuring it was nothing but it continues. Any suggestions, should I pursue it with doctor or see if goes away? It's been occurring for over 6 months. Thank you.
Wed, 31 Aug 2016
Dear Mrs,
It is either a muscle pain or pain related to spine problems. Take Ibuprofen 400 mg, three times a day after the meal for 5-7 days. If the pain doesn't disappear or there is a relapse after some time, then see a doctor to do some exinations for spine.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
It is either a muscle pain or pain related to spine problems. Take Ibuprofen 400 mg, three times a day after the meal for 5-7 days. If the pain doesn't disappear or there is a relapse after some time, then see a doctor to do some exinations for spine.
Take care
Come back if you have any further questions
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