Chest pain when coughing: causes, diagnosis, treatment and prevention

Experience Chest pain when coughing is a concern for many people. Chest pain when coughing is usually caused by muscle strain, respiratory infections or severe coughing.

This pain can be mild and short-term or appear as severe and continuous pain. If it is accompanied by shortness of breath, fever, night sweats, bloody sputum, or severe heart pain, see a doctor immediately.

Treatment includes rest, antitussive and anti-inflammatory medications, management of the underlying cause, and adherence to preventive measures.

Common causes Chest pain when coughing

Colds and flu

Cold and flu viruses can cause a dry cough or phlegm. Frequent coughing causes stretching of the intercostal muscles, resulting in chest and back pain. Often the pain is worse when taking a deep breath or bending over.

Bronchitis

Inflammation of the airways causes a long and persistent cough. The pain may be felt on the right or left side of the chest and is sometimes accompanied by low-grade fever, fatigue, and wheezing.

Hard and prolonged coughing

Frequent coughing puts pressure on the chest muscles and can cause pain when bending or even rib pain. to be This pain is usually reduced by resting and taking antitussive drugs.

Chest muscle strain

Extreme activity, heavy exercise or prolonged coughing can cause intercostal muscle stretching and pain. This pain often increases with strong touch or movement and is not dangerous in most cases. More serious causes of chest pain when coughing. Pneumonia and lung infections: severe pain, high fever, bloody sputum and shortness of breath are associated symptoms. with wheezing and shortness of breath on exertion or coughing.

Heart problems (angina or heart attack): pressing pain or heaviness in the chest that may radiate to the jaw, shoulder, or left arm. It can be what is the cause of chest and shoulder pain.

Inflammation of the pleura (pleuritis): acute pain when breathing or sneezing, sometimes accompanied by fever and cough.

Gastric reflux: burning and chest pain when bending over or after eating, sometimes accompanied by dry cough and chest pain

What Does it have any symptoms?

shortness of breath and wheezing
fever and chills
bloody sputum
night sweats
extreme fatigue
pain radiating to the shoulder, jaw or left arm (in heart problems)

accurate diagnosis of chest pain

clinical examination

pain specialist By examining medical history and symptoms, location and type of pain, severity of cough and aggravating factors, he can identify the primary cause.

Imaging

Chest X-ray: to detect infection, inflammation or structural changes in the lung
CT Scan: in complicated cases or suspicion of embolism or tumor
MRI: to check muscle or heart problems If needed

Tests

Blood tests: to check for infection, inflammation, and heart function
Cardiocardiography (ECG): to diagnose heart problems such as stroke or angina
Breathing tests: to check for asthma or chronic breathing problems

Treatment and management of chest pain when coughing

Recommended by Dr. Mohammad Hossein Delshad You can pay attention to the following:

Home treatment

Adequate rest: reduce pressure on the chest muscles
Consumption of warm liquids: help soothe the throat and reduce cough
Warm compress: reduce muscle pain
Eat and proper humidity: prevent respiratory tract dryness
Medications without Prescription: Antitussive, anti-inflammatory, mild pain relievers
Avoidance of irritants: cigarette smoke, dust, polluted air

Drug treatment

Anti-cough and anti-inflammatories
Antibiotics in case of bacterial infection
Medicines for asthma or heart problems depending on the doctor's diagnosis

Treatment of the cause Background

Bronchitis and lung infections: appropriate medications and rest
Heart problems: heart medications, emergency care if needed
Gastric reflux: antacids and diet changes

Prevention and lifestyle

breathing and stretching exercises: reducing pressure on chest muscles
nutrition Healthy: increasing nutrients and strengthening the immune system
control of gastric reflux: avoiding heavy meals, fatty foods and late hours
healthy air: reducing exposure to pollutants and smoke
not smoking

warning signs

severe and sudden chest pain
shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
profuse sweating At night
Blood sputum
Pain radiating to shoulder, jaw or left arm
High fever or chills
See a doctor immediately if you notice these symptoms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the chest hurt when coughing?

Muscle tension, severe cough, respiratory infections or lung inflammation can cause it.

Is chest pain when coughing dangerous?

It is often harmless, but severe pain or accompanied by shortness of breath and a high fever requires immediate investigation.

What is the difference between muscle pain and heart pain?

Muscle pain is worse with movement or touch, heart pain is more pressing and may spread to the jaw or left hand.

When should you see a doctor?

Severe pain, shortness of breath, night sweats, bloody sputum, high fever, or pain radiating to the shoulder, jaw, and hand.

What is the best home remedy for chest pain caused by coughing?

Resting, consuming warm liquids, antitussives, warm compresses and avoiding stimulants.

Does a dry cough cause chest pain?

Yes, a persistent dry cough can strain the chest muscles and cause pain.

What is the symptom of chest pain when bending over?

Usually muscle strain or inflammation of the pleural membrane, but sometimes it may also be due to gastric reflux.

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Dr. Mohammad Hossein Delshad, a super-specialist fellowship in pain control, has years of experience in the field of controlling severe back and spine pain. The process of pain control, procedures and nerve blocks are performed with ultrasound guidance in the operating room using a closed surgery method. In the pain clinic, they treat patients who are unable to perform open surgery for any reason, such as those who have underlying diseases, heart problems, or have undergone surgeries in the past.

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