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I've been having short sharp chest pains for a week now. First it would happen around the same time every day but now it happens more frequently each day, but still randomly. It would be short sharp pains when I lay down and when I breath in deeply.
I don't know if this is related but I have also been experiencing chills and night sweats, though not every night.
What could be causing this?
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Marina_Dee cDragon007
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All those symptoms sound exactly like pericarditis. Its caused by a virus and the usual treatment is anti inflammatories like Ibuprofen ,plenty of drinks, rest, stay in a warm room or even in bed. It can help to be more upright when you are in bed,sleeping.Can take 10 days to 2 weeks to resolve.
If the chest pains become more severe then go to A/E if you are in UK. You may need something stronger than Ibuprofen.
cDragon007 Marina_Dee
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thank you for your response
moon53540 cDragon007
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Are you having any breathing problems, high blood pressure or palpitations? If you are, look up pulmonary embolism symptoms.
cDragon007 moon53540
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i don't know about high blood pressure, but i do sometimes experience the other two.
Okay. Ill take a look. Thanks