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What Causes Pain In The Upper Left Chest Area?
Question: I have had a dull type pain in my left upper chest area for a few weeks. It hurts a little more with a deep breath?
Brief Answer:
This might be a pulled muscle or inflamed tissue!
Detailed Answer:
HI,
I have reviewed your information fully. This is probably suggestive of a pulled muscle or inflamed chest tissue(costochondritis). I will suggest that you take Tylenol and Ibuprofen for relief without exceeding 5days. If symptoms fail to resolve significantly during this period, I will suggest that you see a doctor at that time for further evaluation.
In all, probably muscle affection. Tylenol and Ibuprofen would be helpful. Only seek further care if this fails to resolve or the pain become worse.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
This might be a pulled muscle or inflamed tissue!
Detailed Answer:
HI,
I have reviewed your information fully. This is probably suggestive of a pulled muscle or inflamed chest tissue(costochondritis). I will suggest that you take Tylenol and Ibuprofen for relief without exceeding 5days. If symptoms fail to resolve significantly during this period, I will suggest that you see a doctor at that time for further evaluation.
In all, probably muscle affection. Tylenol and Ibuprofen would be helpful. Only seek further care if this fails to resolve or the pain become worse.
I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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