Comments on: How to Tell if You Have Tietze’s Syndrome

By: Erin

Erin — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 03:44:44 +0000

Tammy–that is exactly what I had. I went to the Dr. today and was diagnosed with tietze syndrome. I’m still learning about it, but what you described is exactly what I was feeling–a burning pain/pressure across the top of my chest.

By: Steph Kenrose

Steph Kenrose — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 01:26:41 +0000

It could definitely be Tietze’s Syndrome. If you can, get an appointment with a Rheumatologist who will be able to diagnose what’s going on.

By: Candy

Candy — Tue, 12 Jan 2010 00:25:41 +0000

I just went to the emergency room last night as I suddenly had this pain on my left side of my chest. The best I can describe is that it felt like an air bubble and worsened if I was sitting or standing a certain way. Also, when I took deep breaths the it was a sharp stabbing pain that also felt like it was going to my left shoulder and arm. I had the EKG, chest xray and blood work..was told everything looked “ok” by doctors.
Today it feels less intense but still I get the sharp stabbing pain if I take a deep breath or move a certain way. Does this sound like this syndrome??? I am 25..healthy..no medications..etc. The ER doctor sent me home and told me to take Motrin for the pain

By: Tammy

Tammy — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 18:17:13 +0000

Where does the pain typically start when you are having an attack? I’m getting the majority of my pain in the middle of my chest and above my breasts (on each side) directly below my collar bone. I’m swollen up on each side as well as in my left side rib cage below my breast as well…any help is greatly appreciated

By: Ty

Ty — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 03:14:26 +0000

I’ve had this pain for going on 5 years now. Some days r better than others. My starts in the middle of sternum and then radiates outward. Always in the spot, 2nd rib, but changes sides. It feels like it is going to grab and start the severe pain. I feel like I can massage it out when it starts but now I’m walking around rubbing my chest all the time. I don’t hurt when coughing or breathing deeply. It radiates under my arm pit, then into my arms. Is this the same symptoms as some if you have. If so, has anyone found relief. It has caused severe anxiety which is a pain in itself. Thank u

By: Steph Kenrose

Steph Kenrose — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 15:58:32 +0000

Gary,

Well, first of all it’s great you’ve had the heart tests. I can’t say I personally have experienced those symptoms. Major physical activity definitely can aggravate symptoms. Have you had a dentist look at your jaw? I could be completely off base, but your jaw pain sounds like TMJ. The pain of Tietze’s could cause you to get stressed and tense up…and if your jaw has TMJ and you tense it, that could cause the root canal-like pain.

Best of luck!
Stephanie

By: Steph Kenrose

Steph Kenrose — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 15:54:24 +0000

Aris,

That’s hard to say. I’d recommend a visit to a rheumatologist…what you are describing could be Tietze’s costochondritis, or a bunch of other chest-related diseases.

Good luck!

Stephanie

By: Aris

Aris — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 06:45:36 +0000

Hi, I am male 25 years old, athlete and non smoker. When I move my torso from side to side I get a sound “like breathing” from my chest even if I hold my breath. It’s like something is rubbing in there. I also noticed low intensity pain on the sternum or all around it(it’s not very clear) in some positions or movement of the thorax. The pain is increased when coughing or sneezing. It’s been five months since the day I noticed it. Are those symptoms of Tietze’s syndrome?

By: Gary Wilkinson

Gary Wilkinson — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 22:24:52 +0000

I have many of the symtoms of TS, but I also get a tremendous pain in my left jaw, both upper & lower jaw, prior to my chest tightening up. When I have an excruitating episode, both arms become extremely tingly and weak – my chest feels like I’m going to have an alien burst out of it and my jaw feels like I’m having a root canal. I’ve had every heart test known to man and have an implanted loop recorder to monitor my heart. Heart is working good for a 66 year old. My Doc has prescribed Omeprazole – the 20 mg generic doesn’t help, Nexium 40 mg is fairly good, Kapidex 60 mg is better and the Zegerid 40 mg is the best. If I take it very easy my epidsodes are mild, any major physical activity and my chest starts tightening. It’s very aggravating. Does anyone else have these symtoms?

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 21:45:17 +0000

Hi, I went to the hospital yesterday for the 2nd time this year. They did the whole routine again, eco, chest extays, blood, catscan. Then the released me..Looking at me like I was crazy. I have this pain in my chest for 3 years now, thinking I am having a heart attack or strange disease. It fells like someone is squeezing my chest, along with pain in my shoulder, neck, back and arms. While the pain is severe, it also has a pulsating rhythem. It hurts mostly when I sit and lay on my back. Usually, I have this pain in the winter. Help!!