Sharp centre chest pain

[Sandy1710]

Can someone please try and get rid of my fears. I keep getting sharp stabbing pains in my chest.. I think it is related to my sternum but can't help but think it's a warning sign from my heart how do I know. I have been given all clear from cardiologist but that's two months ago! Things can change!!

[Lucas29]

Hi Sandy. All of us here have been in a very similar situation, the stabbing pains in the chest, so very close to the heart that you're worried that it is the heart itself. The thought of it being the heart can make you worry even more and your snowballing a worrying feeling that gets worse and worse. Ive had this myself, made me worry even more, so I told my doctor and he booked me in for an ECG (a simple test that can be used to check your heart's rhythm and electrical activity), and to my surprise, they told me my heart is fine, and that what I am feeling in my chest comes from over worrying, anxiety and possibly a panic attack. Its important to remember that the odds are it is not your heart. Like you said, you got the all clear, but second guessing it and paranoia can pull you away from that comfort. If you really want another heart check up, id suggest an ecg to put your mind at rest again, but in the meantime, I suggest meditation, you can find plenty on youtube that will ease your mind and therefor ease your body, exercise does wonders for you, even just a 20 minute walk can benefit you greatly, and also make sure you get a good sleep. Just remember, you're not the only one who has had the scary stabbing feeling in the chest when it comes to people who suffer from anxiety, we are all in the same boat, we know exactly what you have felt, you are not alone with this. What helps me is a hot cup of tea and a good tv show I can get lost in. Find what gives you comfort and try not to overthink things, it doesnt get you anywhere. Give me an update on how you are feeling, hope this helps. Have an easy day. treat yourself the way you would treat a very good friend or a person you love. Take care