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Chest tightness
Conditions
Acid reflux
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD) is a common condition, where acid from the stomach leaks up into the oesophagus (gullet).
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Abdominal pain after eating
- Burning pain in chest or upper abdomen
- Upper abdominal pain
- Chest tightness
- Bloated stomach
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Acid reflux.
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Asthma
Asthma is a common lung condition that causes occasional breathing difficulties.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Wheeze (noise on breathing out)
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Chest tightness
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Asthma.
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Asthma Attack
Asthma is a common lung condition that causes occasional breathing difficulties.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Wheeze (noise on breathing out)
- Fast or shallow breathing
- Chest tightness
- Unable to talk in full sentences
- Shortness of breath at rest
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Asthma Attack.
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Heart attack
A heart attack (myocardial infarction or MI) is a serious medical emergency in which the supply of blood to the heart is suddenly blocked, usually by a blood clot.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Chest pain
- Sudden chest pain
- Chest pain spreading to neck
- Chest pain spreading to left arm
- Chest pain spreading to jaw
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Heart attack.
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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.
