CHEST PAIN IN CHILDREN

Chest pain is usually a benign symptom in children. The most common id entifiable causes ore musculoskeletal, Often, no cause tan be identifi ed. Cardiac disorders ore uncommon causes of chest pain in children. M ost causes tan be diagnosed from history rind physical examination. Tr eatment should be directed at the underlying cause. For idiopathic che st pain, reassurance and regular follow-vp examinations are important.