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What Causes Sharp Collar Bone Pain While Taking Deep Breath?

Hi. I can feel completely well but then suddenly get excruciating pain in the dip above my collar bone on the left side., it gets so bad, it hurts to breath, I can barely move, specially my left arm, every movement is agony, leaning forward makes it worse and I get flu like symptoms with it, aching all over, sweating, headache. I don t feel any pain in heart area. It has happened twice now. It is quite frightening, I am 52, 5 2 and weigh six stone. Had ECG not long ago and they said my heart is fine.
Thu, 5 May 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp collar bone pain while taking deep breath . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like fracture or injury , collar bone fracture , acromio-clavicular ligament tear or wrong movement of arm or shoulder . I would suggest you to take proper rest and do not move arm or shoulder much , apply warm compresses and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Trapezius muscle trigger point will also cause problem . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory or recommend physical therapy . Physical therapy will help alot . Doctor may also immobilize your joint for some days .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Sharp Collar Bone Pain While Taking Deep Breath?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp collar bone pain while taking deep breath . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like fracture or injury , collar bone fracture , acromio-clavicular ligament tear or wrong movement of arm or shoulder . I would suggest you to take proper rest and do not move arm or shoulder much , apply warm compresses and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Trapezius muscle trigger point will also cause problem . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory or recommend physical therapy . Physical therapy will help alot . Doctor may also immobilize your joint for some days . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari