A burning sensation in the area of the heart is a common symptom that patients often find alarming, leading to concerns about potential cardiac involvement. This condition is actually a complex symptom that can be attributed to a wide spectrum of underlying causes, ranging from cardiac to non-cardiac factors.
Ischemic heart disease frequently manifests as angina pectoris, characterized by pain or discomfort in the chest area, described by patients as a burning sensation. Angina pectoris occurs when the heart muscle receives inadequate blood supply, usually during exercise or stress. According to Dr. Ioan Dabu, an acute myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, can present with intense pain accompanied by a burning sensation in the chest. This symptom indicates severe compromise of blood flow to a portion of the heart muscle, leading to tissue damage and potentially life-threatening consequences.
Also, inflammation of the pericardium, the sac that surrounds the heart, can cause chest pain accompanied by a burning sensation. Pericarditis is often associated with infectious or inflammatory conditions and may be accompanied by additional symptoms such as fever and shortness of breath. At the same time, gastro-intestinal reflux can give rise to a burning sensation in the chest, mimicking the specific symptoms of a cardiac pathology. This condition is particularly widespread and can be exacerbated by the consumption of certain foods, specific lifestyle factors or various anatomical anomalies of the gastrointestinal tract.
“Certain psychological factors, such as anxiety and stress, can contribute to pain and discomfort in the chest area, often described by patients as a burning sensation. Understanding the interplay between mental health and physical symptoms is crucial in accurately diagnosing and treating these types of cases, which appear to have non-cardiac causes. Tightness or inflammation in the muscles and joints around the chest can cause localized pain and a burning sensation. Postural problems, local trauma or inflammatory conditions can also contribute to musculoskeletal pain in the heart area. Accurate diagnosis of the cause of a burning sensation in the heart area, however, requires a comprehensive clinical evaluation. This includes obtaining a detailed medical history, performing a thorough physical examination and using relevant diagnostic tests,” the doctor said.
As a result, commonly used tests include electrocardiography, used to assess the heart’s electrical activity, echocardiography, to assess cardiac structure and function, and esophageal pH monitoring to identify a possible etiology associated with acid reflux.
2024-02-24 22:51:48
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