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What Causes Sharp Pains On Top Of Chest With Sharp Twinges?

Skeletal chest pain left side, had for aroud 18 months, 22nd October 2010 had PFO closure so I know my heart is all OK, no more mild strokes. I get sharp pains to the bottom side and top of my chest, sharp twinges then release. The pain is like a burning pain that can grind away for hours, sometime pain killers will give me relief, sometimes no. When I am sitting and slightly leaning forward is when I at my worst or trying to complete some physical work. Have been told it is skeletal or nerevs caught in my rib cage casuing the problem. Your thoughts thanks David
Thu, 9 Nov 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely because your pain is associated with specific body position (sitting) and movements (leaning forward) of chest.
So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.
1. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside.
2. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise.
3. Sit with proper back support.
4. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid sudden jerky movements 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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What Causes Sharp Pains On Top Of Chest With Sharp Twinges?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely because your pain is associated with specific body position (sitting) and movements (leaning forward) of chest. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Take painkiller and muscle relaxant drugs like ibuprofen and thiocolchicoside. 2. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 3. Sit with proper back support. 4. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid sudden jerky movements 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.