What causes chest tightness and painful breathing?
Apr 08, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
Chest tightness and painful breathing are generally caused by physiological or pathological factors, such as pneumonia or coronary atherosclerosis. Treatment may usually involve injection of antiplatelet medications under a doctor's guidance; commonly used drugs include ticagrelor tablets. Shortness of breath accompanied by chest oppression may also be due to myocarditis, which typically requires relevant diagnostic tests and targeted treatment based on the underlying cause.
Chest tightness accompanied by painful breathing is generally caused by either physiological or pathological factors, such as pneumonia or coronary atherosclerosis.
I. Physiological Causes
Engaging in physical labor may lead to excessive fatigue, which can result in chest tightness and difficulty breathing. Symptoms can usually be relieved by adjusting lifestyle habits and getting appropriate rest. It is advisable to avoid overexertion.
II. Pathological Causes
1. Pneumonia
When the body's immunity is low, the lungs may become infected with bacteria, leading to inflammation. This often results in symptoms such as coughing and phlegm production. Under a doctor’s guidance, medications like cefixime capsules or amoxicillin capsules may be used to alleviate symptoms.
2. Coronary Atherosclerosis
This condition may impair blood supply to the heart muscle after onset, causing chest tightness and shortness of breath. Treatment under medical supervision may include antiplatelet drugs, such as ticagrelor tablets.
In addition, chest tightness with painful breathing could also be caused by myocarditis. Relevant diagnostic tests are usually required, followed by targeted treatment based on the underlying cause.
