Why does it hurt to breathe after vomiting?
By
Dr Natalia Marceli Stephanes (PhD)
Author bio
Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes PhD is a Pharmacist with expertise in Drugs Administration and Toxicity; Discovery of New Drugs; Cancer Treatment; Biochemical Analyzes and Hematological Analyzes. She writes and reviews content on these topics.
Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes’ Highlights:
- Pharmacist at the Department of Health of Santa Catarina State, Brazil
- PhD with a focus on oncology treatment
- Years of experience in commercial pharmacy
- Bachelor, Master and PhD degrees in Pharmacy at the Federal University of Santa Catarina
Professional Experience:
From her undergraduate studies to her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Pharmacy, Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes has participated in numerous scientific studies in the field of oncology and onco-hematology at the University Hospital of the Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil. Her research has focused on understanding the molecular and biochemical bases of malignant neoplasms and investigating safer and more effective therapeutic alternatives.
Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes has also served as an assistant professor of haematology for undergraduate students at the Federal University of Santa Catarina. Additionally, she held the position of professor of Hospital Pharmacy at the Qualificar Technical School in Brazil, where she developed instructional materials for use in the Pharmacy Postgraduate Program at the Leonardo Da Vinci University Center.
In addition to her academic experiences, Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes possesses a strong expertise in commercial pharmacy, with in-depth knowledge of medications, their routes of administration, desired effects, adverse effects, and toxicity.
Currently, Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes works as a Pharmacist at the Health Department of Santa Catarina State, where her role entails providing pharmaceutical scientific consulting services to judges.
Education:
- 2016 Bachelor in Pharmacy at the Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
- 2018 Master in Pharmacy at the Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
- 2023 PhD in Pharmacy at the Federal University of Santa Catarina, Brazil
The main publications of Dr Natália Marcéli Stephanes are:
Falchetti M ; Delgobo M, Zancanaro H, Almeida K, Das Neves RN, Dos Santos B, Stefanes NM, et al. Bishop Omics-based identification of an NRF2-related auranofin resistance signature in cancer: Insights into drug repurposing. Comput. Biol. Med [Internet]. 2023; 152:106347.
Feuser PM, Matos dos Santos PC, Cordeiro AP, Stefanes NM, Walter LO, Maioral MF, Santos-Silva MC, et al. Antineoplastic activity of free 4-nitrochalcone and encapsulated in poly(thioether-ester) nanoparticles obtained by thiol-ene polymerization in two human leukemia cell lines (Jurkat and K562). J Drug Deliv Sci Technol [Internet]. 2022; 67:102924.
Jacques AV, Stefanes NM, Walter LO, Perondi DM, Efe FL, Souza LFS, Sens L, et al. Synthesis of chalcones derived from 1-naphthylacetophenone and evaluation of their cytotoxic and apoptotic effects in acute leukemia cell lines. Bioorg. Chem [Internet]. 2021; 116:105315.
Duarte BF, Vieira DSC, Lisboa ML, Stefanes NM, Grando LJ, Santos-Silva MC. Características clínico-epidemiológicas de pacientes portadores de carcinoma de células escamosas de boca. Arquivos Catarinenses de Medicina. 2021; 50(2): 232–245.
Machado V, Jacques AV, Stefanes NM, Santos-Silva MC, Biavatti MW. Anti-leukemic activity of semisynthetic derivatives of Lupeol. Nat. Prod. Res. 2021; 35(22):4494-4501.
Bigolin A, Maioral MF, Stefanes NM, Mascarello A, Chiaradia-Delatorre LD, Nunes RJ, Yunes RA, et al. A novel sulfonamide derivative as a strong and selective apoptotic agent against hematological malignancies. Chem. Pap. 2020; 74:2965–2976.
Bigolin A, Maioral MF, Stefanes NM, Zatelli GA, Philippus AC, Falkenberg MB, Santos-Silva MC. Cytotoxic mechanisms of primin, a natural quinone isolated from Eugenia hiemalis, on hematological cancer cell lines. Anticancer Drugs. 2020; 31(7):709-717.
Maioral MF, Stefanes NM, Neufeldt PD, Chiaradia-Delatorre LD, Nunes RJ, Santos-Silva MC. Aldehyde biphenyl chalcones induce immunogenic apoptotic-like cell death and are promising new safe compounds against a wide range of hematologic cancers. Future Med. Chem. 2020; 12(8):673–688.
Perondi DM, Jacques AV, Stefanes NM, Maioral MF, Sens L, Pacheco LA, Cury NM, et al. A novel thiosemicarbazone as a promising effective and selective compound for acute leukemia. Anticancer Drugs. 2019; 30(8):p 828-837.
Rengifo AFC, Stefanes NM, Toigo J, Mendes C, Argenta DF, Dotto MER, Santos-Silva MC, et al. PEO-chitosan nanofibers containing carboxymethyl-hexanoyl chitosan/dodecyl sulfate nanoparticles loaded with pyrazoline for skin cancer treatment. Eur. Polym. J. 2019; 119:335-343.
Rengifo AFC, Stefanes NM, Toigo J, Mendes C, Santos-Silva MC, Nunes RJ, Parize AL, et al. A new and efficient carboxymethyl-hexanoyl chitosan/dodecyl sulfate nanocarrier for a pyrazoline with antileukemic activity. Mater. Sci. Eng. C [Internet]. 2019; 105:110051.
Maioral MF, Stefanes NM, Bigolin A, Zatelli GA, Philippus AC, Falkenberg MB, Santos-Silva MC. Miconidine acetate, a new selective and cytotoxic compound with synergic potential, induces cell cycle arrest and apoptosis in leukemia cells. Invest. New Drugs. 2019; 37:912–922.
Srefanes NM, Toigo J, Maioral MF, Jacques AV, Chiaradia-Delatorre LD, Perondi DM, Ribeiro AAB, et al. Synthesis of novel pyrazoline derivatives and the evaluation of death mechanisms involved in their antileukemic activity. Bioorg. Med. Chem. 2019; 27(2):375-382.
Maioral MF, Bodack CN, Stefanes NM, Bigolin A, Mascarello A, Chiaradia-Delatorre LD, Yunes RA, et al. Cytotoxic effect of a novel naphthylchalcone against multiple cancer cells focusing on hematologic malignancies. Biochim. 2017; 140:48-57.
You can view some of Dr Natália’s work below and links to her professional profile below.
Research Gate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Natalia-Stephanes
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliamarceli/
Why does it hurt to breathe after vomiting?
Your chest and throat may hurt after vomiting because of possible muscle strains. The process of throwing up involves the sudden contraction of muscles around your ribcage and throat.
These contractions are usually strong and an episode of vomiting can cause these muscles to stretch a bit too much. These strained muscles hurt when you’re done vomiting. (1,2)
However, it usually fades away in a few hours and depends on the damage caused to your muscles – which in most cases is mild. Apart from muscle pain, some people may feel irritation and burning sensation in their chest, throat, and nose.
This usually happens because of the gastric acid present in your vomit that irritates the upper gastrointestinal tracts all the way through. This too remains for a couple of hours and the effects fade away soon after.
How to get rid of post-vomiting chest pain?
As I have discussed in the previous section, post-vomiting chest pain usually goes away on its own. It’s best to stay rested and drink plenty of fluids. However, if you have pulled a muscle while throwing up, a muscle relaxant can help make you feel a little better.
Throat and chest irritation after throwing up also takes time, and drinking water can help with cleaning your throat. However, consistent chest pain should definitely be discussed with your doctor, especially if you’re at risk of cardiac problems.
Some tips to help with your symptoms include:
- Rest and Relaxation: Give your body time to recover and avoid any strenuous activities that may worsen the pain.
- Apply Heat: Placing a warm compress or heating pad on your chest can help relax the muscles and relieve some of the pain.
- Take Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers: Non-prescription pain medications like acetaminophen or ibuprofen can help reduce inflammation and provide temporary relief.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration, which can exacerbate symptoms.
- Avoid Triggers: If you notice certain foods or activities that worsen your symptoms, try to avoid them to prevent further discomfort. Don’t combine medications, especially psychotropics like Wellbutrin with alcohol.
- Practice Deep Breathing: Slow, deep breaths can help relax the chest muscles and reduce any tension or tightness you may be feeling.
- Seek Medical Attention: If the pain persists, worsens, or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms such as difficulty breathing or chest tightness, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional for a proper evaluation and appropriate treatment.
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References
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van de Meerendonk HW, Moumli N. Een man met pijn op de borst na veelvuldig braken [A man with a painful chest after frequent vomiting]. Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 2010;154:A1183. Dutch. PMID: 21083954. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21083954/
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Lee HY, Yoo SM, Song IS, Yu H, Kim YS, Lee JB, Shon DS. Spontaneous diaphragmatic rupture after vomiting: rapid diagnosis on multiplanar reformatted multidetector CT. J Thorac Imaging. 2006 Mar;21(1):54-6. doi: 10.1097/01.rti.0000187435.91513.ba. PMID: 16538159. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16538159/
