Poor lung function can cause pain in which areas?
Sep 13, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Guo Xiheng
Introduction
In general, lung problems may cause pain in areas such as the back, shoulders, armpits, abdomen, and chest. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions for symptomatic treatment. In addition, they may also experience pain in other areas such as the head or skin. If symptoms are severe, patients should promptly visit a正规 hospital for relevant examinations and actively cooperate with doctors for treatment to avoid delaying their condition.
In general, poor lung health may cause pain in areas such as the back, shoulders, armpits, abdomen, and chest. Patients are advised to follow medical instructions for symptomatic treatment. Specific analysis is as follows:
1. Back
If a tumor develops in the lungs, as the tumor grows, it may compress surrounding nerves, including those in the back, leading to dull or radiating pain in the upper back. Patients may benefit from acupuncture, massage, or traction under professional guidance to help relieve muscle tension and improve blood circulation.
2. Shoulders
If lung tumors are left untreated and cause damage to nearby nerves, this may result in nerve injury in the shoulder area, causing symptoms such as swelling pain or sharp, irritating pain. Under a doctor’s supervision, patients may take oral medications such as nimesulide tablets, ibuprofen tablets, or diclofenac sodium sustained-release capsules to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.
3. Armpits
A common clinical cause is that poor lung health may lead to swollen lymph nodes or lymph node metastasis in the armpit, resulting in armpit pain. Under medical guidance, patients may take medications such as cefalexin capsules or roxithromycin capsules for treatment.
4. Abdomen
Because the sensory nerves of the abdomen and lungs are closely located, lung diseases may affect the abdominal region, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, bloating, or diarrhea. In such cases, applying local heat therapy may help promote blood circulation and alleviate symptoms.
5. Chest
Lung disease may be caused by long-term smoking or severe environmental pollution in work and living environments. Harmful substances in the air can enter the lungs through the respiratory tract, damaging alveoli and lung interstitial tissue. Common symptoms include coughing, sputum production, chest tightness, and shortness of breath, which may also lead to chest pain. If the condition is caused by bacterial infection, patients may take medications such as amoxicillin capsules or levofloxacin hydrochloride capsules under a doctor's guidance.
Besides the above, poor lung health may also cause pain in other areas such as the head or skin. If symptoms are severe, patients should promptly visit a正规 hospital for appropriate examinations and actively cooperate with medical treatment to avoid delays in managing the condition.
