I tried opening a stiff jar and got sharp pains on the left side of my chest. Should I get it checked out?

Question

I tried to open a stiff jar and got REALLY sharp pains on the left side my chest. I left it a few minutes then tried again and same thing happened but worse.

Is this something I should get checked or could it just be muscular?

Was pretty scary at the time, first time it has ever happened.

Answer 1

no just start smoking and watch really jumpy horror films

Answer 2

I think maybe you oughtta lay down and prepare for a slow painful life.

Answer 3

It depends. Does it happen when you do any other kind of efforts? If it is the case, yes get it checked immediately.

If it is not the case and it only happens when you make a particular movement, you may still want to have it checked because you need to know what is causing this sharp pain but it is likely to be less critical or urgent.

Answer 4

It would be a good idea to get this checked out. It is probly nothing to be concerned about but it might be good to get a pro oppinion. Book a doc appointment asap. It could just be stress :]

Answer 5

It does sound to me like you may have pulled a muscle in your chest which can be painful. If it keeps happening or you are worried about it then go and get it checked out, but i'm pretty sure it's muscular.