Frequent chest pain?

Question

I've been having frequent chest pain more regularly than ever. I had it before but now it's like more frequent and unsuspecting.
I don't know how to describe the pain/feeling, but it's like something clawing it's way up my chest and the pain stops at my throat. I have no idea what his feeling/pain is. It's mild pain and it last for, like, 7 seconds.
Can anybody who's a doctor or just an average joe inform me about this chest pain?
I'd appreciate it.

13 years old
Weigh 110 lbs
Normal blood pressure

Mother and Father both have cholesterol.

Answer 1

this sounds like acid-reflux or indigestion. this causes acid and liquid from your stomach to come back up (or be regurgetated) your esophagus. it causes burning and pain. it's easily treatable with medication prescribed by your dr or even as simple as changing your diet.

being that you're only 13-i don't think major heart problems are a factor here-they would have been found long before now-especially if you're active and healthy.

my daughter had this when she was just 3 months old and had to be placed on medication for a little while. she eventually outgrew it and is now a healthy,happy 6 year old.

have your parents make you a dr's appt to check everything out. this will help make you feel better

Answer 2

Time to see your doctor. They can do blood tests that can tell them a lot about your heart, as well as an EKG which will show them how well your heart is functioning. Unless you are scared of needles, these are no big deal (I used to perform EKGs and do the blood testing). It's ALWAYS worth it to go in to the doctor for some peace of mind!!! Even if you don't have insurance, you should go in. Many doctors have programs for low income clients, and you can pay in installments. If there is something wrong (like a heart valve not closing properly or some imbalance in your body chemistry), you should try to get it fixed sooner rather than later if things are getting worse. Pain in your chest and left arm can be indicators of a heart attack - you aren't in a high risk group, but it's better to be safe than sorry! Check with your school and see if you can get health insurance through them. Or can you get on a policy through your husband's work?

Answer 3

First, one needs to know your age, weight, blood pressure, past medical history and family history.

Your symptoms could be spasm of the esophagus, perhaps from gastro-esophageal reflux. It doesn't sound typical of angina, but angina presents differently in different people.

Rather than someone reassure you with incorrect information, why don't you visit your doctor ?