What could cause sharp chest pain?
Patient: Why do I keep having sharp chest pains? I went to the doctor and had an EKG and chest x-ray, both were normal. But I got no answer to why my chest hurts. He just said anxiety. But I keep having sharp chest pains. Anywhere from left to center to right sides. When this happens I get very anxious and worried and my heart races. Sometimes the pain will also be dull like in the muscle or spasms. But this sharp chest pain scares me. Please help. Doctor: Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Sharp pain in chest is mostly due to heart diseases. But since you are having normal ECG, possibility of heart diseases is less. But normal ecg can show abnormality when heart is any stress. And hence get done 2d echo and stress test. If these are also normal, no need to worry for heart diseases. Stress and anxiety can cause similar kind of sharp chest pain. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need anxiolytic drugs too. Don't worry, you will be alright. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.