Question
A 45-year-old male patient, who has a habit of smoking and drinking, recently caught a cold. Although he does not have a fever, he experiences coughing and a feeling of chest tightness. What symptoms are these? How should one deal with cough and chest pain caused by a cold?
Answer
If chest pain is noticeable during deep breathing or inhalation, it may be a symptom of pleurisy, and it is recommended to take oral antibiotics and painkillers to alleviate the symptoms. If the pain is not related to deep breathing, it is also possible that heart disease is involved, as long-term smoking and drinking may lead to coronary artery disease. It is advisable to go to the hospital for an ECG and myocardial enzyme test to make an accurate diagnosis.