Chest Pains need help - Heart Disorders Message Board

Ty2010 · 10-10-2007, 12:07 AM

Hey,
I'm not sure if this is the place to put this but I didn't see an area for chest pains. About 30min ago I was watching TV in a leaning forward position. All of a sudden a sharp tearing like pain came about on my left side where my heart is. I tried to move to see if I could get rid of it but it made it hurt worse. My breath was shortened and my left side hurt every time I took a breath. The pain was also along my left arm and between my shoulder blades. I decided to drive to the ER, but when I got there it seemed to of faded away, so I decided not to go in. They lasted for about 25 min, during that time I couldn't even move. I'm only 19 and I am very confused because it doesn't seem like something that should be happening at my age. If anyone has any advice asap, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Tyler

Seraph · 10-10-2007, 06:44 AM

Any bad pain needs to be checked out. It sounds more like a muscular spasm than a heart issue, but having said that, it is a good idea to get your heart health checked and a good physical examination. Good luck, Sera