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Shortness of breathe and chest pain
I am 21 years old male.3 days ago I got a chest pain at left side and it lasted for 30 mins then it got okay but from then I am having shortness of breathe and its even when I am resting and it increases when I do physical work.I am also now having intermittent mild chest pains at different sites.So what should I do and it be anything serious?
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As a 21-year-old, you are less likely to have a heart attack, but persistent shortness of breath after an episode of chest pain should not be ignored. It could be something relatively benign like muscular pain, anxiety, gastritis, or a viral illness, but conditions such as myocarditis, pericarditis, pneumothorax, pulmonary issues, arrhythmia, or rarely a cardiac problem also need to be ruled out.
You should get evaluated as soon as possible, especially since:
* breathlessness is present even at rest
* symptoms worsen with exertion
* chest pain has recurred intermittently over several days
Next Steps
These investigations should be done:
*ECG
* oxygen saturation
* blood pressure
* possibly chest X-ray and cardiac enzymes/echo.
*Avoid gym/exercise/strenuous activity
* Avoid smoking/vaping, energy drinks, or recreational drugs
* Stay hydrated and rested
Health Tips
You should seek emergency care immediately if any of these occur:
* severe or crushing chest pain
* worsening breathlessness
* fainting
* palpitations
* bluish lips
* sweating/nausea with chest pain
* pain radiating to jaw/left arm
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