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Chest discomfort

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gil89414
gil89414

i suffer from daily pains all around my chest area. its hard to describe the feeling.

The pain is usually in the middle of my boobs then moves to the top of my chest or the top of my stomach/ribs.

How do I know if its muscular/indegestion or just plain anxiety just constantly thinking about it?

I am 60 & last period was 2016. This feeling is making me so fed up & I don't know to do about it

I've booked a Dr's appointment but I may as well cancel as I don't know how to describe the feeling I'm getting.

Does anyone relate to this just so I know it's just part of the menopause?

I had cardio tests & an endoscopy about 4 years ago & all tests came back normal.

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  • sara97862
    sara97862 gil89414

    Posted

    Hi Gil,

    Have a look at something called costochondritis (inflammation in the connections between the ribs and sternum) and see if that matches what you're feeling?

    Hope you feel better soonest!

    Sara

  • Finkyb
    Finkyb gil89414

    Edited

    Hi gil,

    It can often be difficult to describe pain and locate its source so please don't let that stop you going to get advice from your doctor. They may ask you further questions which might help identify a cause as well as listening to your chest, feeling your abdomen etc. May be worth making a few notes about what your are feeling. What makes it worse? What helps the pain? Do you have any other symptoms along side the pain, such as acid relux, burping or bowel changes. How about any mood changes. Do certain activities make it worse/better? Did it start after a particular activity? Do you have any changes to the skin in this area? Any new medication? This may also help you to see a pattern or cause which could be helpful when you see your doctor. Sorry you aren't feeling great, I hope you can find some answers soon and can start to feel better. All the best,

    Finkyb

  • gil89414
    gil89414

    Edited

    Thank you both for your very helpful replies. I have a Dr's appointment on tuesday I will keep it & explain my symptoms.

    I have just looked up Costocondristis & I think it may fit my pains. I'll mention it to the Dr

    thank you again

    Gill x

    • sara97862
      sara97862 gil89414

      Posted

      Good luck Tuesday, and let us know how it goes! Any pain in chest is misery... hang in there!

    • Finkyb
      Finkyb gil89414

      Posted

      Hi gil,

      How did you get on yesterday?

      Finkyb

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