Negative chest pain

What does "Negative chest pain" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Negative chest pain" is a term used in medicine to describe a situation where a person does not experience any chest pain. This term is often used when doctors are diagnosing heart conditions, as chest pain is a common symptom of many heart diseases. However, not all people with heart conditions experience chest pain, hence they are said to have "negative chest pain". This does not mean they are healthy, but rather that they do not have this particular symptom.

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