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Sharp pain in center of chest
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Sharp pain in center of chest
by rustymaize, Feb 25, 2003 12:00AM
Every so often I get a very sharp pain in the center of my chest. It feels almost like I need to 'crack it', as you would your back or your ankle to get a kink out. It is made worse by inhaling, exhaling, and sometimes is so bad I can't move. It doesn't last very long, a few minutes, but it is pretty scary when it happens. I don't know about past occurences, but just recently I was diagnosed with a sinus infection and am still on antibiotics for this. Should I be worried about this, or is it some kind of spasm?
Doctor's Answer
by National Jewish, Apr 19, 2003 12:00AM
, Apr 19, 2003 12:00AM
In most instances, this type of pain is more nuisance than serious. Generally this should not be a cause for alarm. The nature of the pain suggests a musculoskeletal cause but you should be seen by your doctor. Most serious causes should be ruled out with a chest x-ray and a careful exam of your chest.
Member Comments (2)
by peejay, Mar 17, 2003 12:00AM
hi rustymaize, i have the same problem after a sinus infection, did you find out what the cause was.
