Re: Chest tightness

Posted By Troy on October 01, 1998 at 20:33:43:

In Reply to: Chest tightness posted by Troy on October 01, 1998 at 20:08:33:






   For the past five months, I have been troubled by a tightness in the middle of my chest. The discomfort isn't severe, but is sometimes accompanied by light-headedness and a slight tingling in the left hand. I have seen several doctors and had an EKG and sonogram test on my heart, but haven't had anyone be able to tell me what is causing the tightness. One of the EKGs showed a bundle branch blockage, but the rest of the tests were normal, according to the doctors.
   Occasionaly (once every 2-3 weeks) I will experience a severe pain in the middle of my chest (so severe I can hardly breathe for 10-15 seconds), but that pain only lasts 1-2 minutes.
   I have also noticed that when the tightness in my chest is most noticable, I also have a spot in my chest (just below the sternum) which is tender to the touch. When the chest isn't tight, the tenderness is also absent.
   This has been a very frustrating experience and my physician hasn't been able to provide me with any answers. Are there any other problems which could cause this pain? I know have also had some breathing tests and chest x-rays, all normal.
I forgot to mention in my previous post that I am 28 years old and have been in good health until this inncident. Also, the chest tightness isn't brought on or made worse by physical activity. Thanks.