Understanding Acute Left Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Acute left back pain Hello Doctor, my back pain is located on the left side, just below the scapula, near the indentation along the spine. The pain point is fixed and has not changed, and I do not have symptoms of chest tightness or chest pain. The pain started suddenly without a...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. Aa: 1. There are many causes of pain in the upper left back; common causes include trapezius muscle syndrome, supraspinatus tendonitis, rotator cuff tendinitis, adhesive capsulitis, spinal disc herniation, ankylosing spondylitis, pneumothorax, pleuritis, lung tumors, ao...[Read More] Understanding Acute Left Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Mild pain in the center of the chest? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the lengthy message. About 4 to 5 days ago, I experienced occasional mild pain in the center of my chest that lasted only 1 to 2 seconds. After a few days, it seemed to go away, but last night and today, the pai...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the chest pain can resolve on its own. It is recommended that you engage in chest-expanding exercises, starting with small ranges and short durations, and gradually increasing both the range and duration. If you are concerned, you may choose to h...[Read More] Understanding Intermittent Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Young Adults
Choking on Medication: When to Seek Emergency Care?
Choking on medication? If you accidentally choked while taking medication and are experiencing pain in the left side of your chest 15 minutes later, it is important to monitor your symptoms closely. The pain could be a result of irritation or inflammation in the esophagus or a po...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
Hello: If you choke on water or liquid, as long as you cough it out immediately, there should be no problem. However, if it enters the trachea, there may be a risk of aspiration pneumonia. If you experience persistent chest pain, or even have fever, chills, or productive cough, i...[Read More] Choking on Medication: When to Seek Emergency Care?
Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Chest tightness and chest pain, accompanied by a sense of discomfort? I have seen two doctors due to feelings of chest tightness and chest pain. The first visit was to an ENT specialist, who suggested that it might be bronchitis, noting that bronchitis is common in winter. I also...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
A diagnosis cannot be made based solely on your symptoms; it is recommended that you visit a major hospital's rehabilitation department for examination and treatment. Your daily posture, exercise, and weight may all be related to these symptoms.[Read More] Understanding Chest Discomfort: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Right chest pain? Doctor, I have sudden pain in my right chest with a specific area that hurts, and I also feel pain in my back.
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
If you are feeling unwell, it is advisable to seek medical attention and consult a physician. Online consultations are not equivalent to an in-person visit and cannot provide diagnoses or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital cares about your health.[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and When to Seek Help
Persistent Left Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Pain upon palpation in the left lower chest that has persisted for four days without relief? Hello, doctor. I have noticeable tenderness in the area from the lower edge of my left chest to the ribs, but it is not severe enough to affect my daily life. I only feel pain when pressi...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, based on your description, please consult your family physician for an in-person evaluation. Depending on the situation, a referral to another specialty may be necessary. Please note that online consultations are not equivalent to an in-person visit and cannot provide diag...[Read More] Persistent Left Chest Pain: When to Seek Medical Attention?
Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Bone or Heart-Related?
Chest pain/sternal pain Hello doctor, I have been experiencing chest pain, specifically in the middle of my chest (a bit above the sternum, roughly along the line connecting my nipples). Whenever I exert my arms, whether pushing or squeezing inward, I feel pain in the sternum are...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you consult your family physician or an orthopedic specialist for an evaluation first. Depending on the situation, you may need to see a cardiologist. Please note that online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical visits and cannot pro...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: Is It Bone or Heart-Related?
Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Mild pain in the right chest? Hello, Doctor. I fell asleep around 3 AM and woke up around 7 AM to go to class. Around 8 or 9 AM, I experienced intermittent sharp pain in my right chest. I had a breast examination two days ago, and the doctor mentioned that I have some cysts, but ...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, there is likely no direct correlation between flatulence and chest pain. It is possible that the reduction in abdominal pressure after passing gas may provide some relief. You may try applying localized pressure on the cyst area and changing your...[Read More] Understanding Right Chest Pain: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Chest Pain While Sleeping: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Experiencing some chest pain in the middle of the chest while sleeping? Hello, Doctor: In the past few months, I have been wearing tighter bras, which has caused some pain in the center of my chest. Although there has been some improvement recently, I still experience pain simila...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. HAKI: 1. There are many causes of chest pain, including myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, aortic dissection, pneumonia, tumors, autoimmune diseases, and neuromuscular pain, among others. 2. Your cause may be related to muscular or ligamentous is...[Read More] Chest Pain While Sleeping: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Chest Pain When Lying Down: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Chest pain in specific positions? Hello, doctor. I have had trouble sleeping easily since my student days. In the past three to four years, I have noticed that sleeping in a position where my body is flat, my arms are raised, and my head is resting on the pillow helps me fall asl...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Ms. H: 1. When a clinician addresses the issue of chest pain, the first four critical conditions to rule out are myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, and aortic dissection. If none of these conditions are present, differential diagnoses should be conside...[Read More] Chest Pain When Lying Down: Understanding Causes and Solutions
Intermittent Pain in the Center of the Clavicle: Which Specialist to Consult?
Intermittent sharp pain in the central area of the clavicle (depression)? Based on the symptoms described, you should consider seeing a specialist in orthopedics or a physician specializing in musculoskeletal disorders. They can evaluate your condition and determine the underlyin...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
Dear Miss Ping: 1. When a clinician addresses the issue of chest pain, the first four critical conditions to rule out are myocardial infarction, pulmonary embolism, pneumothorax, and aortic dissection. If none of these conditions are present, differential diagnoses should be mad...[Read More] Intermittent Pain in the Center of the Clavicle: Which Specialist to Consult?
Understanding Sudden Chest Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Sudden chest pain? Tonight, I suddenly experienced pain in the area from the center to the lower part of my ribs. The pain is not very intense; it feels like a diffuse discomfort that lasts about 10 seconds. The location is not superficial; it seems to be deeper, and it doesn...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
Many people complain about similar issues, such as pain or sharp discomfort in the ribs or between the ribs, but chest X-rays often show no abnormalities. In my personal experience as a clinician, individuals who tend to sit for long periods and engage in little physical activity...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Chest Pain: Possible Causes and Insights
Understanding Chest Pain: When to See a Family Medicine Specialist
Chest pain? Recently, I have experienced sharp chest pain in the middle of my chest when inhaling, and I sometimes feel a sudden sharp pain and tightness while speaking. However, the pain does not last long, usually not more than ten minutes. If I feel pain while inhaling, restin...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, regarding chest pain, it is advisable to consult with a cardiologist and a pulmonologist for an evaluation of potential causes. Online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical visits and cannot provide diagnoses or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital ...[Read More] Understanding Chest Pain: When to See a Family Medicine Specialist
Which Specialist Should You See for Chest Pain and Discomfort?
Which specialty should I see? Hello doctor, recently I've been experiencing sharp pain in my left chest, and at times my left arm and left jaw feel numb. Additionally, I've had sudden sharp pain in my right chest, and there's some tenderness when I press near the c...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to first consult a cardiologist to assess whether there are any serious cardiac conditions. Online consultations are not equivalent to in-person medical visits and cannot provide diagnoses or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital cares about your w...[Read More] Which Specialist Should You See for Chest Pain and Discomfort?
Loss of Appetite and Weight: What Tests Should You Consider?
In the past three weeks, there has been a loss of appetite, and weight has decreased by nearly 5 kilograms. What tests should be conducted? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing a loss of appetite, and over the past three weeks, I have lost nearly 5 kilograms. I'm unsure i...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description of decreased appetite and weight loss over the past three weeks, it is recommended that you bring your previous examination reports and visit a family medicine outpatient clinic for evaluation.[Read More] Loss of Appetite and Weight: What Tests Should You Consider?
Chest Pain and Difficulty Swallowing: When to Seek Medical Help
There is a sensation of pain in the esophageal area between the two nipples when swallowing, and there is also a slight pain during breathing? Hello, doctor. I would like to raise a question related to the topic. Two days ago, after taking cold medicine, I noticed a feeling of ti...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit a gastroenterology specialist for further evaluation, which may require an endoscopy. Please note that online consultations are not equivalent to an in-person visit and cannot provide a diagnosis or treatment recommendations. Changhua Hospital ca...[Read More] Chest Pain and Difficulty Swallowing: When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Chest Tightness and Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Chest tightness and back pain? Recently, I experienced pain in my right chest due to a collision that lasted for about a week. It improved afterward, so I didn't pay much attention to it. However, about 10 days later (10 days after the collision), I started to feel chest tig...
Dr. Ye Qianyu Reply:
Hello! Based on your description, the left back pain occurring 10 days after the right chest impact may be due to improper posture or usage following the right chest pain. It is recommended that you apply a warm compress and use topical analgesics. If there is no improvement, you...[Read More] Understanding Chest Tightness and Back Pain: Causes and Solutions
Could Tooth Decay Be Causing My Left-Sided Pain and Discomfort?
I have been experiencing tightness and pain in my left chest, along with tightness in the left side of my neck and throat pain. Could this be related to a cavity? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask for your advice. In February, I suddenly experienced tightness, soreness, and numbn...
Dr. Liao Yaopan Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it may be difficult to explain your symptoms with a single disease, as there could be various reasons causing multiple discomforts. Dental issues should be properly addressed, and chest pain must be evaluated to rule out any cardiopulmonary abnor...[Read More] Could Tooth Decay Be Causing My Left-Sided Pain and Discomfort?
Understanding Chest and Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Chest pain and back pain? Last week, I suddenly felt pain in my left chest while walking, and then the pain also extended to my upper left back. When I inhale, I experience pain in my left chest and left back, but it is not very frequent. The pain in my left chest occurs more fre...
Dr. Wu Zongying Reply:
There are many causes of chest pain, and it may require a physician to perform auscultation and take a chest X-ray for confirmation. Some young individuals experience chest pain, but the X-ray may not reveal any underlying issues, which could be related to a lack of physical acti...[Read More] Understanding Chest and Back Pain: When to Seek Medical Help
Awoken by Chest Pain: Which Specialist Should You See?
If you wake up in the middle of the night with chest pain, which specialist should you see? On the night of May 29, I woke up in pain (the pain started suddenly when I turned to lie on my back, lasting about 15 minutes). It was quite painful, located in the left chest area near t...
Dr. Cai Dongqi Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you consult a pulmonologist for further examination by a physician.[Read More] Awoken by Chest Pain: Which Specialist Should You See?