Chest tightness and discomfort

Chest tightness and discomfort can be caused by many things. Learn more about the causes and treatment of chest tightness and how to prevent it.

Read more

Chest pain

Chest pain can be a symptom of a heart attack. Find out the common causes of chest pain, when to be concerned and what to do if you have chest pain.

Read more

Chest infection

Chest infections are common in people of all ages. Find out more about the causes of chest infections, their symptoms and treatments.

Read more

Chest injuries

A chest injury is any injury to your chest area, between your neck and abdomen (tummy). Read about the causes and signs of injury and what to do.

Read more

Angina

Angina is chest pain or discomfort that usually comes on during physical activity. Here's how to recognise angina and what to do about it.

Read more

Chest wall perforator flap breast reconstruction

A CWPF breast reconstruction is an operation to remove cancer and recreate a breast shape at the same time.

Read more

Gynaecomastia surgery

Surgery for gynaecomastia is an operation to remove excess tissue from your chest.

Read more

Bronchiectasis

Bronchiectasis symptoms are ongoing wet cough and repeated chest infections. Find out about the causes, diagnosis and treatment for bronchiectasis.

Read more

Heartburn

Heartburn is a feeling of burning pain or discomfort in the chest due to acid reflux. Find out about the triggers for heartburn and how to relieve it.

Read more

Bronchiolitis

Bronchiolitis is a common chest infection in babies that affects their breathing. Urgent treatment can be needed. Find out when to call for help.

Read more

Pacemaker

A pacemaker is a medical device put in the chest to correct an irregular heartbeat, heart muscle problems or other heart conditions.

Read more

Pneumothorax

A pneumothorax is when air leaks into the space between your lung and chest wall. Read about symptoms and treatment of pneumothorax (collapsed lung).

Read more

Pericarditis

Pericarditis is the inflammation of the thin membrane around your heart. Read more about pericarditis symptoms, treatments and causes.

Read more

Costochondritis

Costochondritis is inflammation of the cartilage connecting your ribs to your breastbone. Learn how you can reduce the pain of costochondritis.

Read more

Asthma in adolescents and adults

Asthma symptoms can include a cough, wheezing, chest tightness and breathlessness. Learn more about asthma symptoms, causes and treatment options.

Read more

Pleurisy

Pleurisy is when the lining of your lungs becomes inflamed. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatments for pleurisy, and when to see your doctor.

Read more

Respiratory viruses

Respiratory viruses affect your respiratory system. You’re usually most contagious in the first few days you have symptoms.

Read more

About coronaviruses

Coronaviruses can cause several illnesses, from the common cold to serious respiratory infections and pneumonia. Learn more about coronaviruses.

Read more

Human parainfluenza viruses (HPIVs)

HPIVs infect the respiratory tract and have symptoms like a cold. They spread via coughs and sneezes. Children and immunocompromised are at higher risk.

Read more

Adenoviruses

Adenoviruses are a group of viruses that cause cold and flu-like symptoms. Learn more about the symptoms and treatment of adenoviruses.

Read more

How to perform CPR

CPR or cardiopulmonary resuscitation is first aid for when someone's heart has stopped or they’re not breathing. Learn when and how to perform CPR.

Read more

Pleural effusion

A pleural effusion is a build-up of fluid in the space around your lungs. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatment for pleural effusion.

Read more

Hiatus hernia

A hiatus hernia is where a part of the stomach pushes up through a gap in the diaphragm. Read on about symptoms and treatment options.

Read more

Heart attack symptoms: males vs females

Find out about the differences in heart attack symptoms between males and females, and about what can increase your risk of having a heart attack.

Read more

Heart attack

Here's how to recognise the symptoms of a heart attack. Act fast when you notice the warning signs of a heart attack - it could save a life.

Read more

Aortic dissection

Aortic dissection is a rare but serious condition where there is a tear in the wall of your aorta - the largest artery in your body.

Read more

Surgery for large hiatus hernia

A hiatus hernia can cause heartburn or acid in your mouth. Large hernias can cause pain and problems with eating and drinking.

Read more

Aortic stenosis

Aortic stenosis is a condition where your aortic heart valve narrows. Read about the symptoms, causes and treatment for aortic stenosis.

Read more

Cardiomyopathy

Cardiomyopathy is a condition that affects your heart muscle. Find out about the different types of cardiomyopathy, symptoms and treatments.

Read more

Thoracoscopy

A thoracoscopy is usually a safe and effective way of finding out if there is a problem in the space between your lungs and ribcage.

Read more