Why does the left side of my chest hurt? should I be worried?

Question

Hello doctor,

I had pain on the left side of my chest, so I consulted a cardiologist who advised me to undergo a 2D echo and TMT. Here is the report: all cardiac chamber dimensions are normal in size, and there is no regional wall motion abnormality. The left ventricular (LV) systolic function is normal, with an LVEF of 60 percent. Grade 2 LV diastolic dysfunction is noted, along with trace mitral regurgitation (MR), trace tricuspid regurgitation (TR) with an RVSP of 25 mmHg and RAP, and trace pulmonary regurgitation (PR). There is normal pericardial effusion, and no intracardiac mass, thrombus, or vegetation was observed. The inferior vena cava (IVC) is normal in dimension and collapses by 50 percent (suggesting an RAP of 5 mmHg). The exercise test is negative for reversible myocardial ischemia.

Please advise.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

The possibility of a cardiac cause for your chest pain is unlikely, as your tests are already negative. Now, there are two potential causes to consider: gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and muscular pain. Do you experience any nausea, vomiting, bloating, burping, increased pain after eating or when lying down, or chest burning? If so, acidity may be the cause of your pain, and you should take antacids. If the pain increases when pressing on the area, it is likely musculoskeletal pain.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.