Chest pain from smoking

[Flipmartin]

I’ve been getting cramps in my chest which I believe are from smoking. But my anxiety keeps telling me it’s something more serious. I’ve had my heart checked out so I’m fairly certain is just from smoking like I said. I also had a bad reaction a few months ago to Lipitor which gave me bad cramps all over. I’ve read statin drugs can do that. Now I’m on a new statin drug but the cramps are only in my chest, not all over like before.

The cramping is almost like the same feeling I used to get in my chest when I would run a lot, then I’d put my hands over my head and the pain would dissipate. Anybody ever experience this?

 

[cheer_mom]

My elbows hurt when I took a statin. It wouldnt hurt to call the dr and let him.know about your pain. You may be ae to try a different medicine. This may just be your body telling you it's time to quit smoking. You can also ask.for a lung CT if you think it's your lungs flaring from smoking.

 

[matisworried]

it's likely nothing serious but since you are on a new med, i don't think it's unreasonable to email your doctor's office (or give them a call) and let them know what you're experiencing. if they feel further evaluation is needed, let them make that decision and take it from there.

 

[chiliphil1]

I agree with the above, just speak with the doc and keep them in the loop. I’m sure there is nothing to worry about.

May I also suggest that you stop the smoking? I switched to vaping about 6 years ago and I have been so much better! No more stinging lungs, no more smelling like an ashtray, it has really turned my life around.