Chest tightness after yang recovery
Jan 18, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Man
Introduction
"Post-positive" refers to the period after being infected with the novel coronavirus. Chest tightness is one of the common symptoms of COVID-19, usually caused by disease response, inflammatory infection, or drug side effects. After infection with the novel coronavirus, the virus invades the respiratory tract, potentially leading to symptoms such as coughing, sputum production, chest tightness, and shortness of breath, which are normal manifestations of the disease.
Post-positive refers to after being infected with the novel coronavirus. Chest tightness is one of the common symptoms of COVID-19, usually caused by disease response, inflammatory infection, or drug side effects. It is recommended to actively treat the condition under a doctor's guidance and ensure adequate rest.
1. Disease Response
After infection with the novel coronavirus, the virus invades the respiratory tract, which may lead to symptoms such as coughing, phlegm production, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. These are normal disease responses. As long as the condition does not worsen, symptoms typically resolve once the infection has cleared, and there is no need for excessive concern.
2. Inflammatory Infection
After entering the body, the novel coronavirus often targets the lungs, causing local inflammation. This impairs normal organ function, leading to symptoms such as coughing, phlegm, and fever. Some patients may also experience chest tightness. Patients should promptly isolate and receive treatment, following medical advice to use medications such as ibuprofen sustained-release capsules or Lianhua Qingwen granules.
3. Drug Side Effects
To relieve symptoms like fever, cough, and body aches, patients often take antipyretic and analgesic drugs such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. However, these medications can damage the gastric mucosa, potentially triggering gastritis. Acid reflux resulting from gastritis may cause chest tightness. Under a doctor’s guidance, patients may take medications such as cimetidine tablets or ranitidine capsules for treatment.
During treatment, it is important to maintain a positive mood, follow a regular daily routine, avoid staying up late, and eat easily digestible, light foods.
