A medical condition that affects the diaphragm can often cause symptoms similar to those of a heart attack. In case of such symptoms it is always better to seek quick medical advice to avoid underestimating a potential emergency situation.
Above all, you need to pay attention to:
• chest pain
• jaw pain and/or tightness (+ left side)
• Pain and/or tightness in the neck and back
Symptoms specifically of a diaphragmatic condition may include:
• difficulty breathing when lying down
• shortness of breath
• pain in the chest, shoulder, back or abdomen
• pain in the lower ribs
• a fluttering or throbbing sensation in the abdomen
• bluish skin
• stomach ache
• difficulty swallowing
• regurgitation of food
• upper abdominal pain after eating
• hiccup
• lateral pain
Valentina Carlile - Osteopath expert in Osteopathy applied to voice and speech disorders since 2002. For information and reservations visit the page Contacts