Symptoms may include: 1  Aching or stiffness. 2  Sharp pain. 3  Radiculopathy. 4  Muscle spasms. 5  Numbness or tingling. 6  Chronic mid back pain (lasting more than three months)
Causes of Chest Pain on the Left Side. Many of the same causes as that of right side chest pain also needs to be considered in left chest pain. However the concern lies with left sided chest pain that may be a result of cardiovascular conditions like angina, a heart attack, pericarditis, pulmonary embolism or aortic dissection. Angina Pectoris.
Lifestyle. Stress, obesity, and diabetes may be the cause of left side chest pain. Stress may not be a direct link to heart attack, but it is important that you consult your doctor if you feel you experience pain from stress.Obesity and diabetes may also lead to other health conditions if not properly treated.ifestyle. Stress, obesity, and diabetes may be the cause of left side chest pain. Stress may not be a direct link to heart attack, but it is important that you consult your doctor if you feel you experience pain from stress.