What could be causing this?

[Jackson2005]

So lately, I’ve been having these out of the blue chest pains that just start up outta nowhere. I could just be doing anything like be up walking around, sitting on the couch, or even lying in bed, and then it hits me. My chest gets really tight, and it gets kinda hard to breathe. It’s been like this a few months, so I just figured it could’ve just been regular heartburn, or caused by my acid reflux but it’s gotten worse. I’ve heard it’s possible that your body “warns” you before a heart attack, but I’m too stubborn to go to a doctor. Last one I went to just prescribed me some acid reflux medication which helped a little. What should I do?

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Instead of responding to each individual comment, I’m going to put this here. Thanks for all y’all’s recommendations, and answers. I’ll definitely be seeing a Doctor soon about this, thanks.

[Oliverlogan263]

Yo dude, that sounds like some really concerning chest pains you've been dealing with. I know it's tempting to just try and tough it out, especially if the last doctor just gave you some meds for acid reflux, but this doesn't seem like a situation you should be ignoring.

Those out-of-the-blue chest tightness and breathing issues could be a sign of something more serious going on, and it's not worth the risk to just let it slide. Even if it ends up being something manageable like heartburn or acid reflux, it's better to get it checked out properly.

I get that going to the doctor can be a pain, but your health has got to be the priority here, bro. Those chest pains could potentially be linked to heart issues, and ignoring them could lead to an even bigger problem down the line. It's just not worth the gamble.

My advice would be to suck it up and make an appointment with a different doctor, one who can really dig into what's causing these symptoms and get you the right treatment. Don't settle for a quick fix - make sure they do a thorough evaluation and run any necessary tests.

Even if it ends up being something relatively minor, at least you'll have peace of mind knowing what's going on. Trying to tough it out could end up making things way worse in the long run. Your well-being is too important to just brush this off, man.

I know it's scary to face this kind of health issue head-on, but you've gotta take care of yourself. Don't be stubborn - be smart. Make that appointment, get some answers, and take care of your heart, bro. You got this.

[Adel50]

Go to a doctor.

[sage2021]

I get chest pains but they are on my right side of my chest. I went to the emergency room at the hospital and all they gave me was aspirin.
So now when I get chest pains, I take 800 mg of Ibuprofen and the pain goes away. I have 800 mg ibuprofen prescribed by my doctor.
I found out that I have too many blood cells which I think makes me blood too thick. Aspirin and ibuprofen thin your blood and makes it easier to flow through your body.

I am only telling you about my chest pains and what the emergency room gave me.

If it's acid indigestion then either buy one of those truiangular shaped wedge pillows that go under your mattress so you aren't lying flat.
Or sleep propped up with a few pillows and take something like Tums for your tummy.

You already went to the doctor 🤔 so try something else.

If you are worried about it then see a cardiologist but you will need to get a referral from your doctor first.

[sage2021]

Thank you for the MHO 🙂🧁🌷

[Nikki1989]

Better see a doc about your blood pressure.

[Gold618]

See a doctor!

[mandyfire98]

You absolutely need to see a doctor.