Just recently lost my father 3 months before my 17yr neice and 2 months before that my nephew ...not a good excuse I know but I smoke to much and have recently begun to feel this pain in my back which is worse on deep breaths . I know I should go to the doctors but dont want to appear paranoid or waste their time ...Just quit smoking again this weekend any advise...
2006-10-16 07:58:55 · 16 answers · asked by Smurfmarley 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
You poor thing, sorry to hear about your recent losses. Any unexplained pain that doesn't go away after a couple of days should be checked out - and just because you're a smoker doesn't mean that every single ailment is attributable to it! Go and see your doctor, you won't be wasting his time. After what you've been through it's understandable that you're scared, but it's better to get this checked out if it hasn't gone away in a couple of days - if there is anything wrong the earlier it's diagnosed the earlier the right treatment can be started if necessary.
2006-10-16 09:40:51 · answer #1 · answered by Nurse Soozy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no need for you to worry too much. After loosing family I suppose it is normal to get a little paranoid. Don't panic about it but see a doctor as soon as possible just so you can calm down. However, if you need advice on giving up smoking.... I smoked for nearly 8 years and found it difficult to quit smoking (only lasted 3 weeks the most). I know this this sounds crazy but I read Allen Carr's EASYWAY to stop smoking and I have been a non smoker since. I dont know how it worked but it did and guess what?! The dark cloud hanging over you as a smoker disappears and you stop worrying about getting cancer or one of those terrible illnesses linked to smoking. So, all in all: Read the book - YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT and see a doctor to calm you down. You'll be ok, good luck and all the best!
2006-10-16 08:05:37 · answer #2 · answered by Samsara 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may have just strained a rib head. Stress and even bereavement can cause a tightening in the chest - think how your shoulders come forward when you're not feeling so confident - and it may be that a simple lifting or twisting action may have strained the joints in the thoracic spine and/or a rib head.
It's a common problem that can mimic something more sinister. I treat about one a month. For peace of mind, consult your doctor first but an osteopath should be able to help.
Good luck.
2006-10-18 11:33:14 · answer #3 · answered by andrewrhysmansfield 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be gall bladder prob. You should check with a doctor. Hey, you're not being paranoid. You are in pain, so go! Good Luck, I'm sure you will be ok.
2006-10-16 08:01:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well done for quitting. Try and keep it up. Go and see your doc. I'm sure they will not think you sre paranoid and you are definately not wasting their time. They are there to help. Good luck. Take care.
2006-10-17 09:35:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you must be so worried.The doctor will not think that you are waisting her or your own time,it is best to see her.Have you been lifting only i wonder if you have pulled a muscle,that can be very painful and last a few weeks too
best wishes
hannah
2006-10-18 09:31:33 · answer #6 · answered by hannah e 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
does it feel like an ache? or is it like someones just stabbed you and it just really hurts for about 5 mins. igot those and just recently they becoming more frequent and last longer, i told me mam but she said it was trapped wind from "wolfing me dinner down like a pig" lol but seriously, would you rather be embarressed for 10 mins after finding out there was nothing wrong, or waking up one moning in severe pain? i know which one sounds more inviting
2006-10-16 08:11:36 · answer #7 · answered by charli 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
quit smoking, yes. still get to the gp's though for a check up
2006-10-16 08:00:50 · answer #8 · answered by david429835 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're in pain then you're not paranoid - see a doctor
2006-10-16 08:01:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the dr.....with the pain being on your right side it may be something as simple as your gall bladder. Good Luck!
2006-10-16 08:01:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋