Severe Chest Pain 2 years and counting?

Question

I've been having severe chest pain for over 2 years now. I'm 20 years old right now. I've researched countless forums,medical sites, even talked to a few people from The American Heart Association and I haven't got any solid proof of what'sgoing on. Basically I get Sharp consistent pains that happen in the left, right and center of my chest (always flunctuates which side). I don't get shortness of breath, nausea, no pain in the arms, jaw or anything like that. However a long time ago I did get a burning feeling in my neck (very uncomftorable) but hasn't happened in a while. As I know I do have high blood pressure, I think I have Anxiety as well I get real nervous when I get around alot of people. Sometimes i'll be fine for 2 weeks then all of a sudden for 5 hours it will hurt then go away and come back for another 2 hours etc. I have lowered my sodium intake and I Quit smoking 80 days ago and I still get these symptoms. My parents don't believe me. Any feedback is greatly appreciated

Yes I have researched Angina I self educate myself all the time:) I want to be a Cardiologist. Problem is my parents don't care and I have no insurance so I can't do much but wait. Im getting my license soon so I figure once I get my license then I can pullsome money out of my bank that I saved for dire need and I'll go get checked out. Thanks for allthe input I really appreciate it :)

Answer 1

Sounds like anxiety.

You talked to a lot of people, but did you ever take the probelm to your doctor?? Get some Lexapro. Your problem will be solved.

Answer 2

Have you researched angina? This is when there is a decreased blood flow to the heart muscle. This usually happens because of Coronary Artery Disease which narrows the blood vessels. The symptoms can be brought on by: physical activity, eating a large meal, emotional excitement and stress. The symptoms vary with each individual. It is really important for you to keep a record of the symptoms you have and what yu are doing when they occur this will help your doctor in diagnosing your problem. Good Luck!

Answer 3

Hi mate, as an allied health person dealing with trauma and anxiety you should be going to a Dr. and having a total work up of bloods, b/p and blood sugars/insulin. Rule out ALL the physical stuff at your age and then start looking at lifestyle.

It sounds as though you are highly anxietant and that your 5 hour attacks are occurring around some major event - either just before and after or as you anticipate the event or following the relief of getting through it. Do these attacks occur mainly to do with college or uni work, or family rows or even a difficult relationship?

Suggest that you go to a therapist and work through it for a bit. Even a bit of 'mind mapping' might help you work out what causes it. There is a lot of free software out there to help you 'mind map' and it's great for problem solving. Even get a friend to help you do it and work it out.

Kind regards
Garth

Answer 4

You need to see your Doctor. What you're describing could be anything from social anxiety disorder to acid reflux. Quiting smoking is a step in the right direction no matter what, but don't sit and stew over it. Most often what we imagine is worse than the reality of the situation, but be all of that as it may, you can't deal with the problem until you know what you're up against.

Answer 5

You should have had a thorough examination by now. It could be something simple like anxiety attacks. I was once laid on a hospital trolley for 4 hours,hooked up to a heart machine. All the symptoms of a heart attack were there,but it turned out to be anxiety..even though there was no stress leading up to it. You have to get checked out,if only for your own peace of mind

Answer 6

Hey there, sorry to hear about this pain you are having. I can only imagine how scary it must be for you not knowing what the cause is. So have you been to a professional yet? If not, that's the first place you need to start. Click on this link to learn more information about chest pain which is unrelated to heart disease.

http://www.webmd.com/content/article/121/114180.htm

Answer 7

stress.......