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What Causes Pricking Pain In The Chest And Shortness Of Breath?

The last 2 weeks i've had pinpoint pains by on my chest. A couple that reoccur are a small pain by my left collar bone, by my left rib and a pinpoint pain on the right side of my chest. When I think about about I have shortened breaths and its scary. My arm doesn't get num but it just seems to be certain spots that have pain which feel like if you were to grab your finger and poke your face. Its not unbearable pain, but just a little nub so to say. I have no medical insurance and don't know what to do
Wed, 14 Jun 2017
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Hello,

I evaluated your query in detail. Age is the major factor to be considered in etiology missing here. According to the narration seems non-specific neurotic pain with more of the anxiety exacerbation of the issue due to underlying fear of heart problem.

My suggestions for you at present:
• Take simple analgesic as Tylenol as per dosage of age criteria
• Deep breathing exercises with yoga are the main pillars of your management part
• Avoid weight lifting/heavy workouts
• Maintain hydration with plenty of liquids
• Avoid smoking/alcohol if using
• Avoid stress, anxiety
• Have regular sound sleep of 7 to 8 hours
• Consult your family doctor once for BP measurement and general evaluation if required he may order you x-ray chest if needed rather than scarring

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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What Causes Pricking Pain In The Chest And Shortness Of Breath?

Hello, I evaluated your query in detail. Age is the major factor to be considered in etiology missing here. According to the narration seems non-specific neurotic pain with more of the anxiety exacerbation of the issue due to underlying fear of heart problem. My suggestions for you at present: • Take simple analgesic as Tylenol as per dosage of age criteria • Deep breathing exercises with yoga are the main pillars of your management part • Avoid weight lifting/heavy workouts • Maintain hydration with plenty of liquids • Avoid smoking/alcohol if using • Avoid stress, anxiety • Have regular sound sleep of 7 to 8 hours • Consult your family doctor once for BP measurement and general evaluation if required he may order you x-ray chest if needed rather than scarring Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel