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  1. Mild to severe pain on the right side of chest.

    Common Causes

    Chest pain right side is not always related to an underlying condition. It may be caused by:

    • Strain in muscle
    • Infection
    • Blunt injury
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    Treatment

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    See a doctor if you notice:
    • Pain for several days
    See a doctor immediately if you notice:
    • Shooting pain in arms, neck, jaws, or back
    • Feeling of dizziness, weakness and nausea
    • Difficulty in breathing
    • Severe chest pain
    Self-treatment: Self- care steps that may be helpful in some less- serious cases:
    • Avoid lifting weight or other strenuous activity
    • Over the counter pain medication can be helpful
    • Adequate rest can help relieving strained muscles
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    Specialist

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    Primary care physician: Specializes in the acute and chronic illnesses and provides preventive care and health.

    Cardiologist: Specializes in the diagnosis and management heart related disorders.

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