Chest tightness

(Chest constriction, Chest pressure, Chest squeezing, Chest squeezing sensation, Chest tightness sensation, Difficulty breathing, Difficulty taking a deep breath, Feeling of chest pressure, Shortness of breath, Tightness in chest)

Chest tightness is a feeling of pressure or squeezing in the chest. It can range from mild to severe and can be accompanied by shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, and/or pain. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and may be triggered by physical or emotional stress, or by an underlying medical condition. Symptoms may include a feeling of heaviness, burning, or aching in the chest, and may worsen with deep breaths, coughing, or physical exertion.

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12 diseases may cause the symptom chest tightness
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Age: any age
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Equally Common in Men and Women