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What Causes Chest Pain Radiating Towards Sternum?
So, I am feeling pain in my chest, it feels more around my sternum. An example of how it seems to feel is if you swallow too much of something starch, as if something is clogged or there is a lot of pressure. When I breathe in, the air feels cold and it feels like my lungs have too much air already. Is this part of the common cold or should I be worried?
Tue, 14 Jan 2020
Hello,
Chest pain is and the sensation of air filling the chest is very common with a viral infection but if you are having common cold for more than a week now, or you are any worse or you have any fever, fatigue, shortness of breath or bring up phlegm with cough or have chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart and lung problems, etc, it is best to have a check with your doctor.
In this case, the doctor will check your lungs and if lung infection is suspected you will need oral antibiotics.
I hope this answers your query and is helpful to you. Let me know if I may assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General and Family Physician
Chest pain is and the sensation of air filling the chest is very common with a viral infection but if you are having common cold for more than a week now, or you are any worse or you have any fever, fatigue, shortness of breath or bring up phlegm with cough or have chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart and lung problems, etc, it is best to have a check with your doctor.
In this case, the doctor will check your lungs and if lung infection is suspected you will need oral antibiotics.
I hope this answers your query and is helpful to you. Let me know if I may assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Antoneta Zotaj,
General and Family Physician
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