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Sharp pain while breathing on right side of the chest

Personal Background:
I am 26 year old married woman. I quit my job six months ago and have been staying at home lately so no late working hours. I recently (3 weeks) started working out with a personal trainer and go to dance classes occasionally. I do not have any major health issues as such.

Question:
However since this morning I am suffering from a very sharp chest pain and it has been paining since past 15 hours continuously. It is a sharp pain as if a needle is pricking into my chest. It is happening only when I am breathing, inhaling to be specific. It doesn't pain when I hold my breath. My mensuration cycle is about to begin in a couple of days. I have taken a tablet of Cheston Cold as I thought it may be due to cold. I was exposed to strong wind yesterday for a few hours. I am not sure why it is paining but it is making me nervous. Can you please explain this and guide me for if I need any treatment or checkups?
Thanks a lot.
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don't worry! I had the exact same thing but on the left side of my chest. I went to a doctor and they said sometimes a little muscle where your ribcage connects gets inflamed. I had the exact same symptoms, only having pain when breathing in. I could avoid the pain if I breathed very shallow. It went away in a couple days. no need to worry
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Hi,

You really should see a doctor about any chest pain, so that you can rule out any type of bacterial infection in your lungs.  The only person who could diagnose your chest pain would be a doctor, once an exam is performed.

Take Care
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