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Chest pain, worse on breathing in
This page contains some of the conditions that could be the cause of these symptoms, although it is not a complete list of possible conditions.
Conditions
Costochondritis
Tietze's syndrome is inflammation of the cartilage that joins your ribs to your breastbone (sternum).
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Chest pain, worse on breathing in
- Chest pain caused by pressing on chest
- Chest pain worse on movement
- Fast or shallow breathing
- Chest pain while resting
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Costochondritis.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Pulmonary Embolism
A pulmonary embolism is a blockage in the pulmonary artery, the blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the lungs.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Shortness of breath
- Chest pain, worse on breathing in
- Fast or shallow breathing
- Chest pain on physical effort
- Coughing up blood
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Pulmonary Embolism.
If you are worried about this condition you can try our free AI Symptom Checker here.
Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.
