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Respiratory Disorders (Expert Forum)
Chest pains
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Chest pains
by DSW71121, Jul 13, 2004 12:00AM
a month ago had a respiratory infection. in the past 2 weeks have been having chest pains across the top of my chest, through the left side and around back. in general, can these pains be caused by a pulled muscle from excessive coughing. still have phlegm when coughing. am on the road and so regular care giver is elsewhere, could this be serious with the need to see a physician?
Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish, Jul 14, 2004 12:00AM
, Jul 14, 2004 12:00AM
A pulled muscle from excessive coughing could cause your chest pains but I would not assume that. Travel or not, you need to be seen and at least have a chest x-ray.
