What causes chest pain when coughing without having a cold?
Disease description:
I don't have a cold, but whenever I cough, I feel chest pain, which makes me very uncomfortable. Why does my chest hurt when I cough even though I don't have a cold?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Sun Qifeng
Chest pain when coughing without having a cold may be caused by pleurisy or bronchitis. It could also result from angina, arrhythmia, or coronary heart disease. Additionally, conditions such as gastric ulcer or chronic gastritis cannot be ruled out. Since there are many possible causes of chest pain, patients are advised to seek medical attention promptly, undergo relevant examinations, and receive targeted treatment based on the specific underlying cause.
