

Heart attack warning signs Heart Foundation NZĬhest pain (beyond the basics information sheet) UpToDate, US Be aware that websites from other countries may have information that differs from New Zealand recommendations.Ĭhest pain first aid HealthInfo Canterbury, NZ The following links provide further information about chest pain. Treatment depends on the cause of your chest pain so it is important not to treat chest pain yourself. Your doctor will discuss the best treatment option for you for your condition.

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shingles – a blistering skin rash with pain.costochondritis – inflammation of joints in your chest.chest wall injury such as muscle strain or a bruised or broken rib.gallstones or pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas).heartburn, indigestion or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD).ruptured oesophagus – this can happen after retching, vomiting or medical procedures.pneumothorax (collapsed lung) – air trapped in between your lung and chest wall.

pulmonary embolus – a clot in one of the blood vessels in your lungs.aortic dissection – a tear in your main artery (the aorta).pericarditis – inflammation of the lining around your heart.angina – chest pain that occurs when the blood supply to the muscles of your heart is restricted.heart attack – blockage of one of the blood vessels supplying your heart.Some of the more serious causes of chest pain caused by problems of your heart and lungs include: However, even mild chest tightness or discomfort can be the first sign of something more serious such as a heart attack or a blood clot in your lung. Most of the time chest pain is not caused by heart problems, especially if you are younger than 40 and otherwise well.
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You need to talk to a healthcare professional who can give you proper advice. Also, do not ask for advice from family or friends. Ring Healthline 0800 611 116 for advice now if you are unsure what to do.ĭo NOT diagnose yourself from this information or any information you find on the internet. you have chest pain that goes away quickly but you are still worried.you have chest pain that comes and goes.If you still have symptoms after 10 minutes, treat it as a heart attack. If you have angina medicine, stop, rest and take your angina medicine according to your action plan. Stop, rest and call 111 for an ambulance straight away as you need immediate treatment in hospital. is accompanied by nausea (feeling sick), sweating, dizziness or shortness of breath.feels like crushing pain, heaviness, tightness or pressure in your chest or.spreads to your arms, back, neck or jaw or.
