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| name = Chest pain in children | |||
| image = [[File:Doctor_uses_a_stethoscope_to_examine_a_young_patient.JPEG|250px]] | |||
| caption = A doctor examining a child with chest pain | |||
| field = [[Pediatrics]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Chest pain]], [[shortness of breath]], [[palpitations]], [[dizziness]] | |||
| complications = [[Anxiety]], [[reduced physical activity]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[school-aged children]] | |||
| duration = Varies, often [[transient]] | |||
| causes = [[Musculoskeletal pain]], [[asthma]], [[gastroesophageal reflux disease]], [[psychogenic pain]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[stress]], [[physical activity]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical evaluation]], [[history taking]], [[physical examination]], [[chest X-ray]], [[electrocardiogram]] | |||
| differential = [[Costochondritis]], [[pneumonia]], [[pericarditis]], [[myocarditis]] | |||
| prevention = [[Stress management]], [[proper warm-up exercises]] | |||
| treatment = [[Reassurance]], [[analgesics]], [[treatment of underlying cause]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally [[good]] | |||
| frequency = Common in [[children]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Chest pain in children''' is a common symptom that can be caused by many different factors. While it is often less serious than [[chest pain]] in adults, it can still be a cause for concern and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional. | '''Chest pain in children''' is a common symptom that can be caused by many different factors. While it is often less serious than [[chest pain]] in adults, it can still be a cause for concern and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Chest pain in children can be caused by a variety of factors. These can be broadly categorized into cardiac and non-cardiac causes. | Chest pain in children can be caused by a variety of factors. These can be broadly categorized into cardiac and non-cardiac causes. | ||
===Cardiac Causes=== | ===Cardiac Causes=== | ||
Cardiac causes of chest pain in children are relatively rare, but can include conditions such as [[congenital heart disease]], [[myocarditis]], and [[pericarditis]]. These conditions can cause chest pain by affecting the heart's structure or function. | Cardiac causes of chest pain in children are relatively rare, but can include conditions such as [[congenital heart disease]], [[myocarditis]], and [[pericarditis]]. These conditions can cause chest pain by affecting the heart's structure or function. | ||
===Non-Cardiac Causes=== | ===Non-Cardiac Causes=== | ||
Non-cardiac causes of chest pain in children are more common and can include conditions such as [[asthma]], [[pneumonia]], [[gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]], and [[musculoskeletal pain]]. These conditions can cause chest pain by affecting the lungs, digestive system, or muscles and bones of the chest. | Non-cardiac causes of chest pain in children are more common and can include conditions such as [[asthma]], [[pneumonia]], [[gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)]], and [[musculoskeletal pain]]. These conditions can cause chest pain by affecting the lungs, digestive system, or muscles and bones of the chest. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
In addition to chest pain, children may also experience other symptoms such as [[shortness of breath]], [[cough]], [[fever]], or [[abdominal pain]]. The presence of these symptoms can help healthcare professionals determine the underlying cause of the chest pain. | In addition to chest pain, children may also experience other symptoms such as [[shortness of breath]], [[cough]], [[fever]], or [[abdominal pain]]. The presence of these symptoms can help healthcare professionals determine the underlying cause of the chest pain. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
The diagnosis of chest pain in children typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests such as an [[electrocardiogram (ECG)]], [[chest X-ray]], or [[blood tests]] may also be performed to help identify the cause of the chest pain. | The diagnosis of chest pain in children typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests such as an [[electrocardiogram (ECG)]], [[chest X-ray]], or [[blood tests]] may also be performed to help identify the cause of the chest pain. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
The treatment of chest pain in children depends on the underlying cause. Treatment may involve medications, lifestyle changes, or in some cases, surgery. | The treatment of chest pain in children depends on the underlying cause. Treatment may involve medications, lifestyle changes, or in some cases, surgery. | ||
==Gallery== | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:Brugada syndrome type1 example2 (CardioNetworks ECGpedia).png|Brugada syndrome type 1 example | |||
File:Fracturedribsmarked.jpg|Fractured ribs marked | |||
File:05-Spontanpneumothorax.jpg|Spontaneous pneumothorax | |||
File:Cause of chest pain in children and adolescents.PNG|Cause of chest pain in children and adolescents | |||
</gallery> | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
* [[Chest pain]] | * [[Chest pain]] | ||
* [[Pediatrics]] | * [[Pediatrics]] | ||
* [[Cardiology]] | * [[Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Pediatrics]] | [[Category:Pediatrics]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms]] | [[Category:Symptoms]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 21:02, 4 April 2025
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
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| Chest pain in children | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness |
| Complications | Anxiety, reduced physical activity |
| Onset | Typically in school-aged children |
| Duration | Varies, often transient |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Musculoskeletal pain, asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease, psychogenic pain |
| Risks | Family history, stress, physical activity |
| Diagnosis | Clinical evaluation, history taking, physical examination, chest X-ray, electrocardiogram |
| Differential diagnosis | Costochondritis, pneumonia, pericarditis, myocarditis |
| Prevention | Stress management, proper warm-up exercises |
| Treatment | Reassurance, analgesics, treatment of underlying cause |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally good |
| Frequency | Common in children |
| Deaths | N/A |
Chest pain in children is a common symptom that can be caused by many different factors. While it is often less serious than chest pain in adults, it can still be a cause for concern and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
Causes[edit]
Chest pain in children can be caused by a variety of factors. These can be broadly categorized into cardiac and non-cardiac causes.
Cardiac Causes[edit]
Cardiac causes of chest pain in children are relatively rare, but can include conditions such as congenital heart disease, myocarditis, and pericarditis. These conditions can cause chest pain by affecting the heart's structure or function.
Non-Cardiac Causes[edit]
Non-cardiac causes of chest pain in children are more common and can include conditions such as asthma, pneumonia, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and musculoskeletal pain. These conditions can cause chest pain by affecting the lungs, digestive system, or muscles and bones of the chest.
Symptoms[edit]
In addition to chest pain, children may also experience other symptoms such as shortness of breath, cough, fever, or abdominal pain. The presence of these symptoms can help healthcare professionals determine the underlying cause of the chest pain.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of chest pain in children typically involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests such as an electrocardiogram (ECG), chest X-ray, or blood tests may also be performed to help identify the cause of the chest pain.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of chest pain in children depends on the underlying cause. Treatment may involve medications, lifestyle changes, or in some cases, surgery.
Gallery[edit]
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Brugada syndrome type 1 example -
Fractured ribs marked -
Spontaneous pneumothorax -
Cause of chest pain in children and adolescents
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See Also[edit]
