cough-cold-icon
Sharp chest pain when I cough or sneeze
I've been having a sharp chest pain whenever I sneeze or cough really hard. Sometimes it flares up when I flex my chest muscle when working out too quickly. This has been going on for almost a year now. If I push hard on the spot where it hurts there is a slight pain.
50594 Views v

Answers (2)

Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice

Only two possibilities muscular or pleuritic that is fluid in chest. Consult Pulmonologist with chest X-ray and may also need ultrasound of chest.
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
2/3 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.

doctor profile image doctor profile image doctor profile image doctor profile image +154
Consult with a doctor
Online now
Your symptoms are suggestive of costochondritis. Costochondritis is an inflammation of the junctions where the upper ribs join with the cartilage that holds them to the breastbone, or sternum. The condition causes localized chest pain that you can reproduce by pushing on the cartilage in the front of your rib cage. Costochondritis is a relatively harmless condition and usually goes away without treatment. The cause is usually unknown, but may happen from increased activity involving the arms. Since the condition is persistent I would advise you to visit the ER so that you can be examined and undergo investigations such as X-Ray to find the underlying cause and have it treated accordingly. You may require a smooth muscle relaxant and a topical analgesic. The following steps may help: - Apply a hot water bag over the area that hurts. - Avoid strenuous exercises - Stay well hydrated, Drink 3 liters of water per day - Rest well, an adult male requires around 8 hours of sleep per day If the problem persists or worsens visit the nearest ER at the earliest
Next Steps
Follow the steps as advised
Health Tips
If condition persists or worsens visit the ER at the earliest
Answered
Flag this Answer
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?

This question featured in :

Chest pain all day everyday Chest pain above left nipple Sharp pain in head when swallowing
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.