What does it mean when pain is reproducible?

Reproducible chest wall tenderness (CWT) on palpation of the thorax, where the maximum pain sensation is referred, is generally considered to be associated with a benign musculoskeletal cause and may help to rule out ACS in absence of additional examinations (ECG, laboratory tests, radiographic testing).

Can you recreate heart pain?

The pain is present—or can be recreated—by movement of the patient’s chest, shoulders, or arms, by palpation during a physical exam, or by coughing.

Are chest pains reproducible?

There are some assessment myths that are very hard to break. One of the most common is the belief that reproducible chest pain can’t be of cardiac origin. However, research shows that reproducible chest pain is nearly as likely to be cardiac in origin as non-reproducible chest pain.

What is Sternalis syndrome?

Sternalis syndrome presents with localized anterior chest wall pain and tenderness over the sternum. Palpation causes pain to radiate bilaterally. This condition may be underdiagnosed. The cause is unknown but it is usually self-limiting.

What is non anginal pain?

Non-cardiac chest pain is the term that is used to describe pain in the chest that is not caused by heart disease or a heart attack. In most people, non-cardiac chest pain is related to a problem with the esophagus, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease.

What are 3 to 5 common causes of chest pain?

Possible causes of chest pain

• Muscle strain. Inflammation of the muscles and tendons around the ribs can result in persistent chest pain.
• Injured ribs.
• Peptic ulcers.
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Asthma.
• Collapsed lung.
• Costochondritis.
• Esophageal contraction disorders.

How long does left arm hurt?

Pain in the left arm can be acute (when it comes on suddenly and lasts for a short time) or chronic (when it lasts for over three months). It may come on gradually or suddenly, be severe or moderate, affect only one part of your arm (e.g. under your arm or in your upper arm) or your whole arm.

What is Texidor’s twinge?

Texidor’s Twinge or Precordial Catch Syndrome (PCS) is a condition in which sharp, severe left-sided chest pain occurs and is likely musculoskeletal in origin. The pain frequently occurs in children, however can occur in adults as well. The pain is worse with respiration and is only brief in duration (seconds).

What is the DX code for chest pain?

Code R07. 9 is the diagnosis code used for Chest Pain, Unspecified. Chest pain may be a symptom of a number of serious disorders and is, in general, considered a medical emergency.

What is Xiphoidalgia syndrome?

Xiphoidalgia syndrome is a disorder in which there is pain and tenderness of the xiphoid, which is located on the sternum. Pain worsens with chest movement, lifting heavy objects, and bending. Xiphoidalgia syndrome can also cause abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

What is sternal pain?

Sternum pain is pain or discomfort in the area of the chest that contains the sternum and the cartilage connecting it to the ribs. The sternum is located near the heart, so many people experiencing sternum pain may confuse it with more general chest pain.

What is prinzmetal?

Unlike typical angina – which is often triggered by exertion or emotional stress – Prinzmetal’s angina almost always occurs when a person is at rest, usually between midnight and early morning. These attacks can be very painful.