Dr Soumen Devidutta explains that it is common to be worried when faced with sudden chest pain. Chest pain can create a lot of panic among patients. Despite that, not every chest pain is that severe in nature (00:43).

It is possible to experience chest pain due to gastritis or oesophageal reflux, which is very common (01:18). In some instances, heartburn mimics the symptoms of chest pain or a heart attack (01:27). Patients may also experience joint pain and muscular pain, Costochondritis due to vitamin D deficiency, or severe musculoskeletal discomfort, all of which mimic chest pains (01:59).
According to Dr Soumen Devidutta, one of the best cardiologists in Hyderabad, only about five per cent or less than five per cent of cases are alarming.

These are usually more common in elderly people and diabetes patients. However, even young adults fall victim to heart attacks (02:29). In addition, leading a stressful life, poor sleep cycle, poor dietary habits, obesity, smoking, and hypertension can increase the risk of a heart attack. Genetics and family history also play a role in triggering angina and other cardiac illnesses (02:52)

At 03:01, Dr Soumen Devidutta explains that chest pain need not always occur on the left side of the chest. A retrosternal chest pain produces a somewhat suffocating feeling, and patients often describe the sensation as a heavy or tightening feeling in their chest (03:33). A painful sensation that feels like a needle in the chest is rarely associated with a heart attack. Angina is not a localised sensation and never occurs at a focal point (03:51). Having only shoulder pain without chest pain is not an indication of angina. (04:52)

Watch Dr Soumen Devidutta, one of the most reputed cardiologists in Hyderabad, explain the different types of chest pain and their causes.

Consult Dr Soumen Devidutta at his Apollo Hospitals Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad clinic.
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Dr Soumen Devidutta is an experienced cardiologist and electrophysiologist in Hyderabad with expertise in complex cardiac arrhythmia and implantation. He has over a decade of experience in the field of cardiology. He also offers consultation in five different languages: English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Oriya.

Quick Fact Check

Q1: Which factors can trigger chest pain?
A1: Many factors, according to Dr Soumen Devidutta, can trigger chest pain, such as:
-Poor lifestyle choices
-The disturbed sleep cycle
-Stressful life
-Obesity
-Diabetes
-Pain occurring in some other areas in the chest, like the lungs or bones
Not every pain in the chest is associated with a heart attack and should not be taken so seriously if one leads a good lifestyle.
Q2: How to differentiate between a heart attack and chest pain?
A2: Angina or heart attack is retrosternal and occurs in the central area of the chest. Moreover, instead of a painful sensation, it gives a heavy feeling over the chest. On the other hand, regular chest pains can feel like needles in one particular area, which is never related to a heart attack.
Q3: Who is the best cardiologist in Hyderabad?
A3: If you are searching for the best cardiologists in Hyderabad, consider booking a consultation with Dr. Soumen Devidutta. He is a top-notch medical professional with a sound history of treating various cardiac diseases, like arrhythmias. He also specialises in the implantation of pacemakers, ICDs, and CRT.
Q4: How can patients consult Dr. Soumen Devidutta?
A4: As Dr Soumen Devidutta is associated with Apollo Hospitals, patients can easily book a consultation at the Hyderabad clinic or online via Apollo 24|7 app. You can even book an appointment via the Apollo 24|7 website and get a consultation at a discount by being a CIRCLE member.
Q5: What is pericarditis?
Patients who have recovered from viral infections like COVID can experience inflammation of the membranous structures around the heart and the lungs. This is known as pericarditis or pleuropericarditis.

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