Chest Pain

Peachstate Advanced Cardiac & Endovascular

Board Certified Interventional Cardiologist & Vascular Specialist located throughout Georgia.

Chest pain can be harmless, or it can be a sign of a more serious condition, such as heart disease. That’s why it’s important to see an experienced physician at the first sign of heart trouble. At Peachstate Advanced Cardiac and Endovascular (PACE) located throughout Georgia, board-certified interventional and vascular cardiologist Oghenerukevwe Odiete, MD, FACC, can diagnose and treat the underlying causes of chest pain before it begins affecting your life. For more information, contact Peachstate Advanced Cardiac and Endovascular (PACE).

Chest Pain Q & A

What is chest pain?

Chest pain, or angina, is a discomfort you can experience when your heart doesn’t receive enough oxygen-rich blood. While most people feel angina as a tightness or pain in their chest, you can also experience pain in your jaw, arms, neck, or back.

What causes chest pain?

There are countless reasons you may be experiencing chest pain, ranging from harmless to severe. Some of the most common causes of chest pain in adults include:

Indigestion
Heartburn
Acid reflux
Injured ribs
Gallbladder problems
Anxiety
Panic attack
Blocked arteries
Esophageal problems
Pericarditis (inflammation around the heart)
Pneumonia
Blood clot in the lung (pulmonary embolism)
Lung problems
Problems with the pancreas

Determining the cause of your chest pain is the first step in determining the right treatment for you.

What are the risk factors associated with chest pain?

Chest pain, or angina, puts you at risk of developing more serious conditions, like stroke and heart attack. Some of the most common risk factors associated with heart disease and angina include:

Obesity
Diabetes
Smoking
Inactivity
Poor diet
High cholesterol
High blood pressure

You are at a higher risk of developing angina if you are a man over the age of 45 or a woman over the age of 55. Heart conditions are often genetic, so talk to Dr. Odiete at Peachstate Advanced Cardiac and Endovascular (PACE) about your medical and family history if you think you might be at risk of chest pain.

How is chest pain treated?

Your chest pain treatment depends entirely on your underlying cause, age, risk factors, and health. If you have an underlying heart condition, Dr. Odiete designs a personalized treatment plan that suits your unique situation.

In most cases, major lifestyle changes are recommended to reduce your chances of chest pain in the future. Peachstate Advanced Cardiac and Endovascular (PACE) may suggest that you:

Exercise regularly, especially aerobic exercise
Eat a healthy diet low in red meat
Quit smoking
Decrease your alcohol consumption

Depending on your condition, Dr. Odiete may recommend certain medications to reduce angina pain and discomfort.

If you start experiencing chest pain, contact Peachstate Advanced Cardiac and Endovascular (PACE) for a comprehensive diagnosis and personalized treatment plan.

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