Im 24 years old. Ive been having shortness for 5days now, day and night. Ive gone ti the er 2 times this week. But said my ekgs were beautiful, no high blood pressure no high cholesterol. What can my shortness of breath and thightning in the chest mean? And why so many days?
Hi. I can understand your concern. Ideally 2d echo should be done first in your case. If it is normal than no need to worry about heart diseases. HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) can cause similar kind of chest pain. HERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause central chest pain. Take proton pump inhibitors. But along with Chat Doctor.  Avoid stress and tension. Avoid hot and spicy food. Avoid junk food. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. Quit smoking and alcohol if you have these habits. Go for walk after meals. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in the bed to prevent reflux. Lose weight if you are obeseDont worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.