Treatment for Chest Pain in Paris & Greenville, TX

Signs and Symptoms of Chest Pain

Chest pain is characterized by a dull ache, crushing or burning feeling, sharp stabbing pain, or a pain that goes through to the neck or shoulders. It is often associated with heart disease, but can be a sign of other issues. If you are experiencing chest pain, it is important to seek medical attention immediately in order to identify its true cause.

Quality Care ER serves patients in Paris, Greenville, and the surrounding areas. Call 911 or contact us right away if you are experiencing chest pain.

You might experience some of the following symptoms if you are dealing with chest pain:

• Pressure, fullness, burning, or tightness in the chest
• Crushing or searing pain that radiates to your back, neck, shoulders, and one or both arms
• Ongoing pain
• Shortness of breath
• Cold sweats
• Dizziness or weakness
• Nausea or vomiting

These symptoms can be signs of serious medical issues such as:

• Muscle strain
• Injured ribs
• Coronary artery dissection
• Mitral valve prolapse
• Hiatal hernia
• Aortic dissection
• Pulmonary hypertension
• Myocarditis
• Asthma
• Tuberculosis
• Heart attack
• Pleurisy
• Esophageal rupture
• Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
• Pancreatitis
• Angina
• Pulmonary embolism
• Costochondritis
• Panic attack
• Peptic ulcers
• Collapsed lung
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

If you are experiencing chest pain, it does not necessarily mean that you are experiencing one of the above conditions, but it is important to seek medical attention immediately so that we can accurately diagnose, treat, and prevent the issue from happening in the future.

What to Know About Going to an ER for Chest Pain

If you are experiencing chest pain and considering going to our Paris or Greenville emergency rooms (ERs), it is important to be aware of the following:

1. Urgency of the Situation: Chest pain can be a symptom of a serious medical condition such as a heart attack or other cardiac issues. If you are experiencing intense or persistent chest pain, especially if accompanied by other symptoms like shortness of breath, dizziness, or nausea, seek immediate medical attention.

2. Emergency Contact: If possible, inform a family member or friend about your situation and ask them to accompany you to the ER. This can provide emotional support and ensure that someone is aware of your condition.

3. Medical History: Be prepared to provide information about your medical history, current medications, and any known allergies to the ER staff. This can assist them in making timely and accurate assessments and decisions regarding your care.

4. Diagnostic Tests: Understand that upon arrival, you may undergo various diagnostic tests such as an electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), blood tests, chest X-rays, and possibly a stress test. These tests help in diagnosing the cause of your chest pain.

5. Communication with Medical Staff: Be open and honest when communicating your symptoms to the medical staff. Provide detailed information about the onset, duration, and nature of your chest pain to help the healthcare providers make a proper diagnosis.

6. Follow-Up Care: After receiving treatment in the ER, follow any instructions or recommendations provided by the healthcare team. This may include scheduling follow-up appointments with a primary care physician or a cardiologist for further evaluation and management of your condition.

What Can Quality Care ER Do for Chest Pain?

There is a wide variety of ways that we can treat pain, and it will depend on your specific issue. Our team will provide emergency care as soon as possible and will work relentlessly to heal your condition. Some of the ways we can do this include an electrocardiogram and a blood test to diagnose the heart attack. We can also help by providing oxygen for the muscle, aspirin to thin the blood and reduce inflammation in the heart, morphine in order to relieve the heart’s workload, or whatever service is needed to bring relief for your chest pain.

If you are experiencing chest pain, please call (903) 417-0886 for our Paris location, or (903) 307-0544 for our Greenville location. You can also visit our emergency room center in order to receive immediate treatment.