Chest Pain

As a symptom, chest pain can be awfully scary, which is why millions of Americans seek emergency care when they experience chest pain. The good news is that heart attacks (or the potential for an attack) are only present in about 20% of cases. Still, chest pain requires medical attention, which is why you should seek care with Fred Revoredo, MD, and the team at Elite Premier Medical Care Plus. If you’re experiencing chest pain, call the office in Fair Lawn, New Jersey, or request an appointment online today. 

What is chest pain?

While the answer to this question may seem obvious, chest  pain, or angina, can present itself in many ways, such as:

• Pain, tightness, or pressure in your chest
• Shortness of breath
• Pain, numbness, or tingling in your jaw, neck, arms, shoulders, or stomach
• Nausea and vomiting
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Cold sweats

If you experience a sudden onset of any of these symptoms and they’re severe, it’s best to call 911 or go to your local emergency room immediately.

If your symptoms are mild to moderate, and they come and go, call Elite Premier Medical Care Plus to determine your next steps.

What causes chest pain?

When you experience chest pain, you may automatically think heart attack, which might be the case. Review the symptoms above and use your judgment as to whether you think you might be experiencing a serious cardiac problem (and please call 911 or go to the emergency room).

That said, there are many other conditions that can lead to chest pain, such as:

• A panic attack
• Heartburn
• Pulmonary issues
• Gallbladder or pancreas issues
• Shingles
• Muscle pain

As you can see by this list, the potential causes of chest pain are incredibly varied, which is why you need the help of a specialist like Dr. Revoredo.

How is chest pain diagnosed?

When you see Dr. Revoredo, he immediately starts to identify the source of your chest pain. To start, he may order an EKG, which measures the electrical activity that controls your heartbeats. He may also order an X-ray or sonogram to take a closer look at what’s going on inside your chest cavity.

After reviewing your symptoms, your medical history, and the data he collects, Dr. Revoredo can pinpoint the problem so that you get the treatment you need.

How is chest pain treated?

The answer to this depends entirely upon the underlying cause of your chest pain. After a thorough evaluation and diagnosis, Dr. Revoredo’s next step is to treat the condition appropriately or refer you to a specialist.

If you’re experiencing chest pain, don’t wait to call Elite Premier Medical Care Plus to set up an appointment. You can also use the online scheduling tool, but calling will ensure you get the medical help you need more quickly.