The sensation of chest pain can immediately send your mind racing to: "Oh no, am I having a heart attack?" And, it's true that severe pressure or tightness in the chest is the most common symptom of a ...

Pain or tightness in your chest can be not only uncomfortable, but also unsettling. Especially when it comes seemingly out of nowhere and you’re not sure of the cause. Many of us immediately begin to ...

Chest pain can stem from a heart problem, but other possible causes include a lung infection, muscle strain, a rib injury, or a panic attack. Some of these are serious conditions and need medical ...

Right-side chest pain is often uncomfortable, and some of its causes require prompt treatment. In fact, it’s one of the most common reasons people visit the emergency room, says Dr. Stephen Keithahn, ...

Medically reviewed by Angela Ryan Lee, MD A heart attack occurs when something decreases or blocks blood flow to your heart.Digestive diseases like gallstones and pancreatitis may cause intense ...

Medically reviewed by Reza Samad, MDMedically reviewed by Reza Samad, MD Chest pain when taking a deep breath can have several causes. Some reasons for your chest hurting with deep breaths are serious ...

Most colds clear up on their own, but some get worse. Here are the warning signs your cold is getting worse—and when to ...

It’s common for smoking to cause chest pain. While not immediately dangerous, it can contribute to overall heart and lung damage the longer you smoke. Smoking is hard on your body and causes a wide ...

A hernia is when part of your insides bulges through your muscle or other tissues. A hiatal hernia occurs when the top of your stomach or another internal organ pushes through an opening in your ...

GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – Chest pain can range from dull aches to crippling discomfort. Several different factors may be the cause. As part of our “Ask the Expert” series, in partnership with Bon ...