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Chest Discomfort..
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Chest Discomfort..
by Johnny4, Jul 28, 2002 12:00AM
for a few weeks i have had a form of chest discomfort. its weird because if i dont think about it or if im doing something i dont know its there. it ussaly only happens when im sitting down or laying down or trying to sleep. its not a pain at all its very mild its more of a vauge ache. what do you think this is?
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-M.D.-KE, Jul 29, 2002 12:00AM
Chest discomfort:
It is difficult to say what the cause of your chest discomfort is without more information. I would recommend seeing your doctor for an evaluation. He/she may decide to obtain an electrocardiogram (ECG), stress test and possibly an echocardiogram. The ECG will check for rhythm problems and may detect evidence of an old heart attack, if present. A stress test helps us to evaluate for the presence of blockages in the heart arteries which may lead to chest discomfort. The echocardiogram will evaluate the heart valves and pumping function of the heart. I would recommend seeing your doctor this week if possible.
Thanks for your question,
CCF-MD-KE
It is difficult to say what the cause of your chest discomfort is without more information. I would recommend seeing your doctor for an evaluation. He/she may decide to obtain an electrocardiogram (ECG), stress test and possibly an echocardiogram. The ECG will check for rhythm problems and may detect evidence of an old heart attack, if present. A stress test helps us to evaluate for the presence of blockages in the heart arteries which may lead to chest discomfort. The echocardiogram will evaluate the heart valves and pumping function of the heart. I would recommend seeing your doctor this week if possible.
Thanks for your question,
CCF-MD-KE
Member Comments (4)
by Johnny4, Jul 28, 2002 12:00AM
also im only 16
by Johnny4, Jul 28, 2002 12:00AM
rats i mistyped..im 18 and i am overweight if that helps...
by Johnny4, Jul 29, 2002 12:00AM
i dont know how to tell my mom and not to worry her to go...what sohuld i do
