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Chest Wall Pain

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 3, 2024.

AMBULATORY CARE:

Chest wall pain

may be caused by problems with the muscles, cartilage, or bones of the chest wall. Chest wall pain may also be caused by pain that spreads to your chest from another part of your body. The pain may be aching, severe, dull, or sharp. It may come and go, or it may be constant. The pain may be worse when you move in certain ways, breathe deeply, or cough.

Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:

Seek care immediately if:

Call your doctor if:

Treatment

depends on the cause of your chest wall pain. You may need any of the following to treat or manage your pain:

Follow up with your doctor as directed:

Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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