I'm really worried about some ongoing chest pain I've been experiencing. After a rod hit me in the chest back in November 2015, I had a brief issue with my breathing, which seemed to get better. But then, by February 2016, I started having severe chest pain. I got checked at CMH Narayana Hrudayalaya to see if it was related to my heart, but everything came out fine. This pain keeps coming back, and it's like a muscle pull behind my rib cage. Could this be a problem with my heart or even my lungs?

Immediate Action:

• Schedule an appointment with a healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation.
• Consider a chest X-ray or CT scan to assess any structural issues.

Potential Causes:

• Musculoskeletal injury or inflammation.
• Consider costochondritis or intercostal muscle strain.

Heart and Lung Assessment:

• Since initial heart tests were normal, focus on musculoskeletal causes.
• If symptoms persist, further cardiac or pulmonary evaluation may be needed.

Symptom Management:

• Use over-the-counter pain relief like NSAIDs if appropriate.
• Apply heat or cold packs to the affected area for relief.

Follow-Up:

• Monitor symptoms and seek immediate care if they worsen or new symptoms develop.