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Why Does Physical Activity Cause Chest Pains?
I ve have chest pains every time I m active doing things. I don t think it s the kind when you have angina. I m not short of breath, but I have to stop whatever I m doing and take a few minutes. I also have it when I get stressful or too excited. My pains are not real painful and my shoulder and arm usually feel same way. I ve had this happening to me since 2010.
Thu, 29 Jan 2015
Hi,
I read your query and understand your concern
As you are suffering these symptoms for a long time and its characteristics don't lead to heart suffering
Anyway I would reccomend to get examined by a near doctor and maybe do cardiac enzymes (CKMB or tropinine) or an electrocardiogram
If those are normal you have absolutely rule out cardiac problems
Then the most possible diagnose is fibromialgya (muscular disorder) or anxiety disorder
Those are both fully treatabke so you don't have to worry too much
In that case you can use pain killers and anxiolitics for some days
Be carefully with your diet, avoid caffeine and energy drinks
Use chamomile tea oftenly
Hope my answer has helped you
Best regards
Dr Drilona Kenga
Cardiologist
I read your query and understand your concern
As you are suffering these symptoms for a long time and its characteristics don't lead to heart suffering
Anyway I would reccomend to get examined by a near doctor and maybe do cardiac enzymes (CKMB or tropinine) or an electrocardiogram
If those are normal you have absolutely rule out cardiac problems
Then the most possible diagnose is fibromialgya (muscular disorder) or anxiety disorder
Those are both fully treatabke so you don't have to worry too much
In that case you can use pain killers and anxiolitics for some days
Be carefully with your diet, avoid caffeine and energy drinks
Use chamomile tea oftenly
Hope my answer has helped you
Best regards
Dr Drilona Kenga
Cardiologist
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