Dull chest pain at night
Mar 28, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
Dull chest pain at night may be related to physiological factors such as staying up late or fatigue, or it could result from pathological conditions like pericarditis or pleurisy. Once the cause is identified, it is important to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan. In addition, mediastinal tumors and other factors may also cause dull chest pain at night. When symptoms occur, excessive exertion should be avoided, and quality of life during the illness should be improved.
Chest discomfort occurring at night may be related to physiological factors such as staying up late or fatigue, or could result from pathological conditions like pericarditis or pleurisy. Once the cause is identified, it's important to actively cooperate with medical treatment. Specific analyses are as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
Staying up late, physical exhaustion, or excessive stress during the day can increase cardiac load and lead to organic issues, potentially causing chest pain at night. It is recommended to get adequate rest, avoid prolonged熬夜 (staying up late), and allow for recovery through proper lifestyle adjustments over time.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Pericarditis
Inflammatory reactions in the fibrous pericardial layers may arise due to metabolic disorders or infections, leading to symptoms such as fever, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. Under a doctor’s guidance, medications such as indomethacin sustained-release capsules, ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, or acetaminophen tablets may be taken to alleviate pain.
2. Pleurisy
Inflammation of the pleura can cause varying degrees of adhesion, resulting in dull chest pain accompanied by chest tightness and shortness of breath. Patients may take medications such as ofloxacin capsules, amoxicillin capsules, or roxithromycin dispersible tablets as directed by a physician. If chest wall collapse occurs, prompt comprehensive evaluation should be performed, and surgical intervention may be considered.
Additionally, other factors such as mediastinal tumors may also cause nocturnal dull chest pain. When symptoms occur, excessive exertion should be avoided, and quality of life during illness should be improved.
