What causes a vague chest pain in adolescents?
Apr 24, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Tian Hongbo
Introduction
A vague chest pain in adolescents may be caused by physiological factors, or by conditions such as intercostal neuralgia or myocarditis. Local soft tissue injury can lead to intercostal neuralgia, resulting in episodic or persistent pain in one or more areas of the chest. Pain relief can usually be achieved by taking medications such as carbamazepine tablets or oxcarbazepine tablets under a doctor's guidance.
Dull chest pain in adolescents may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from conditions such as intercostal neuralgia or myocarditis. A detailed analysis is as follows:
I. Physiological Causes
When adolescents experience significant academic pressure, they may develop symptoms such as low mood, mental anxiety, and depression, which can lead to sleep disturbances and poor appetite. Over time, these issues may cause a dull, persistent pain in the heart area. Timely psychological counseling should be provided to help adolescents adjust their mental state.
II. Pathological Causes
1. Intercostal Neuralgia
Intercostal neuralgia can be caused by spinal osteophyte formation or local soft tissue injury, resulting in paroxysmal or persistent pain in one or more dermatomes of the intercostal nerves in the chest. Pain relief can usually be achieved under a doctor's guidance with medications such as carbamazepine tablets or oxcarbazepine tablets.
2. Myocarditis
Myocarditis is typically caused by viral infections. Patients may experience discomfort such as palpitations and chest pain. Treatment generally includes medications like vitamin C tablets and ribavirin tablets, taken under medical supervision.
In addition, conditions such as congenital ventricular hypertrophy and cardiac neurosis can also cause dull chest pain. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation and appropriate treatment.
