Chest pain for 2 and half years without knowing the reason

[Sherif87]

Chest pain for 2 and half years, I tried Lyrica and tegratol for few months after that I stopped them and pain came more strong, does anyone have the same experience, my life is hell I am only 32 years and I can't imagine I must live all life with those medcines which effect my life so much and I can't do anything and my mental condition is so bad from this? Please who can give advice or tell me what is this exactly? All my examinations and anlysis are perfect.. Please help me

[PainConcernHelpline Moderator Community Champion Pain Concern]

Hi Sherif87 ,

Thank you for your post and so sorry to hear about your chronic chest pain. I know how difficult it must be to not know where your pain is coming from. Unfortunately, this can be the case for many instances of chronic pain: where there is no detectable cause - the pain itself is the illness.

I know it is frustrating not to know the reason, but ultimately, it is a good thing that your examinations and analyses are perfect. You don't have any serious health problem to worry about and you can focus on how to manage your pain without the stress of an underlying illness.

You mention taking medication for this, but you stopped- was it because of the side effects you talk about later? Did you talk to your doctor about trying something else? It could be worthwhile to have a discussion with them about your options for pain management beyond the pills you tried.

We have a great leaflet on how to plan for your medical appointment which can help you with this. You can find it here: painconcern.org.uk/managing...

Many people also find that certain relaxation or meditation techniques are very helpful in alleviating their pain experience. Because pain is not just a physical but also an emotional experience, approaching it through focusing on you feel can make a big difference. Our leaflet on pain management and Stress, Pain and Relaxation can help you with this. I liked them below.

painconcern.org.uk/manage-y...

painconcern.org.uk/stress-p...

Hope this helps and I wish you find the way that works for you best very soon!

Luca on behalf of Pain Concern

[Karjade]

Hi. Have you had an endoscopy as you may have a hiatus hernia. This is quite common at any age and can cause chest pain. Do you get acid reflux? Ask your doctor if you can have an endoscopy to check out what is going on xx