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What Causes Pain In The Left Side Of Chest After Riding Roller Coaster?
Hi doctor, 30 year old, non-smoking, male. 6 ft, 170 lbs. Yesterday I was riding a fairly intense roller coaster (after having gone on intense water park slides the same day) and from the first drop I felt pain on the left side of my chest. I still feel it today. Mild but present. Not too sharp. Almost sore. I don t have health insurance and am not sure how worth it it is to go to urgent care. Any advice would be appreciated.
Mon, 22 Jun 2015
Hello, I thank you for reaching us. First of all relax. It may be mostly muscle pain for vigorous exercise you have done.The other option is heart problem.To rule out just get simple ECG which tell whether there is any problem with heart. If normal don't waste time just take one muscle pain relieving tablet for 2-3 days thrice daily after food and enjoy life. Take antacids half an hour before food while taking tablet if you feel burning sensation.This cures the pain.You are welcome if any doubts you have. Good health
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