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Chest pain, also known as chest pain, is quite common in women and can even occur in men. There are many causes of this condition, such as menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, and cancer. The pain can range in severity, but is usually not related to a serious medical condition. Depending on your symptoms and medical diagnosis, there are quite a few different treatments you can use to minimize chest pain.

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Method 1 of 2: Minimize chest pain at home

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   Wear bras that are comfortable and supportive. Your choice of bras will affect how your breasts feel. Wearing comfortable bras that firmly support your breasts will help reduce pain and help protect against the effects of gravity.
   • You should ask a calibrator to help you choose the best bras. A bra that doesn't fit your chest will cause pain. You can find a specialist to measure bras at your lingerie store.
   • Avoid wearing bras and breast implants for a few days. Instead, wear a camisole with a bra or a sports bra to provide gentle support.
   • If possible, avoid wearing a bras while you sleep. If you need some support, you can wear a sports bra made of breathable fabric.

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   Only use a sports bra when exercising. If you are an active person and exercise regularly, you should buy a sports bras that help support your breasts. They are specially designed to support the chest against the effects of sports and can reduce chest discomfort.
   • Sports bras come in a variety of styles, sizes, and support types. You should consult a calibrator to find the right one for your needs and breast size.
   • People with large breasts should choose a more sturdy and sturdy sports bra. If you have small breasts, you will need less support.

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   Apply a cold compress to your chest. Apply a cold compress to the sore chest area. This will help reduce swelling and relieve pain.
   • You can apply the ice pack as many times as you want, and apply it for 20 minutes each time.
   • You can freeze a paper cup filled with water to gently massage the sore area.
   • You can also use a bag of frozen vegetables wrapped in a dishcloth. The frozen vegetable bag will fit the shape of your chest better and will be more comfortable than an ice pack.
   • If it's too cold or numb, you should insert a towel between the ice pack and your skin to prevent cold burns.

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   Use heat therapy on sore breasts. Using heat on tense muscles not only helps them and yourself relax, but also helps relieve pain. From warm packs to hot tubs, there are many heat treatments that can help with chest pain.
   • Taking a bath or soaking in a hot tub will help relax you and relieve chest pain.
   • Fill a water bottle with hot water or buy hot packs and place them on your chest.
   • Over-the-counter hot massages will also help relieve pain, however, you should be careful when using these creams on the nipples. You should not use them if you are breast-feeding.

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   Limit or stay away from caffeine. Research on the link between caffeine and chest pain is controversial, but some doctors suggest that you should minimize or avoid caffeine altogether. This remedy will help relieve chest soreness.
   • Drinks like carbonated water, coffee, and tea all contain caffeine.
   • Foods including chocolate and some coffee creams can also contain caffeine.
   • If you take caffeine pills to keep yourself awake, avoid taking them during times of chest pain.

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   Adjust your diet. You must minimize the amount of fat in your diet and increase the amount of complex carbohydrates. Some evidence has shown that making dietary changes to help reduce chest pain.
   • Eat lean meats like chicken and fish for protein and stay away from greasy foods like fried foods and fast foods.
   • Complex carbohydrates are found in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

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   Take nutritional supplements. Many studies have shown that nutritional supplements can help with chest pain. Adding more vitamins and minerals like vitamin E and iodine will relieve any pain you are experiencing.
   • You should get 600 IU of vitamin E, 50 mg of vitamin B6, and 300 mg of magnesium per day.
   • Iodine is present in salt or you can take salt water with a dosage of 3-6mg of salt per day.
   • Evening primrose oil, which contains linoleic acid, makes the breasts less susceptible to hormonal changes. You should take 3 grams of primrose oil per day.
   • You can find nutritional supplements and vitamins at most pharmacies and health food stores.

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   Breast massage. Gently massaging the chest and surrounding tissues will help relieve the pain and relax you.
   • Some studies have shown that massage removes tension and stretches tense muscles.
   • Make sure to massage gently. You won't want to damage your delicate breast tissue. A face massage or even an ear massage will help relieve stress.

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   Take a pain reliever. You can take pain relievers for severe discomfort and / or as needed. These medications will help relieve chest pain and reduce swelling.
   • You can take over-the-counter pain relievers like aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen sodium, or acetaminophen.
   • Ibuprofen and naproxen sodium will relieve some swelling.
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Method 2 of 2: Use medical methods for chest pain

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   Seek medical attention. If home remedies are not working or your chest pain is affecting your daily life, see your doctor. Chest pain is a very common and treatable condition, with an early medical diagnosis will help you minimize the pain and / or find the right treatment for the underlying cause.
   • You can see your regular doctor or see an obstetrician / gynecologist who specializes in treating disorders such as tendinitis.
   • Your doctor will conduct a physical exam to look at your pain as well as for any abnormality in your chest. Your doctor will ask about your health history, including things like what kind of activities you are doing and what medicines you take.
   • Your doctor may prescribe bromocriptine, an oral medication for you.

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   Massage the topical anti-inflammatory cream into your chest. You can ask your doctor to prescribe a topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory cream or purchase an over-the-counter cream from a pharmacy. They can help reduce the pain and swelling associated with chest pain.
   • Apply the cream directly to the sore area of ​​your chest.

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   Adjust birth control pills. Since birth control pills often contain hormones, they can contribute to chest pain. Consult with your doctor about adjusting the medication or dosage of the medication you are taking, as this may help relieve chest pain.
   • Skipping the week of taking the placebo pills (the last 7 pills that don't contain the birth control pills), or not taking the pill, will also help manage chest pain.
   • Switching to non-pill birth control will also help.
   • Be sure to consult your doctor before stopping birth control pills or changing them.

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   Reduce hormone therapy. If you are taking hormone supplement therapy for menopause or to deal with another condition, you should consult with your doctor about reducing or stopping the medication. This can help relieve chest pain, but it can also have side effects.
   • Talk to your doctor about cutting down on medications you're taking, stopping them, or trying other hormone replacement treatments.

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   Consider Tamoxifen and Danazol. They are the short-term solution to severe pain and may be the last resort women who have not responded to other therapies. Talk to your doctor and consider taking one of these medications to help manage your chest pain.
   • You will need a prescription from your doctor to buy Danazol and Tamoxifen.
   • Remember to be careful as both drugs have significant side effects, including weight gain, acne causing, and voice changes.

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   Try relaxation therapy. If your chest pain is causing you stress, think about a relaxation therapy. Although there is no definitive conclusion for this approach, some evidence suggests that relaxation therapy can help reduce chest pain by controlling the severe anxiety associated with it. advertisement