Music composer Palaash Muchhal, who was recently hospitalised after complaining of chest discomfort, is now stable and expected to be discharged later today, doctors treating him at SRV Hospital in Goregaon West told mid-day. “Muchhal’s condition appears to be linked to stress-related distress rather than a serious cardiac event,” said Dr. Dipendra Tripathi, one of the doctors treating Muchhal.
Muchhal was first admitted to a hospital in Sangli, where he was given first-aid treatment based on the complaints he reported at the time. However, as his symptoms persisted, he was shifted late Monday night to SRV Hospital, a facility familiar to his family for the last 10 to 15 years.
On admission at SRV Hospital, Muchhal complained of severe chest pain, a sense of uneasiness and difficulty in breathing. Doctors immediately carried out essential cardiac investigations, including an ECG and a 2D echocardiography. “While certain levels were found to be slightly elevated, there was no indication of a major cardiac or medical emergency,” said Dr Tripathi. “As a basic line of treatment in such cases, oxygen therapy was started immediately.” Following initial stabilisation, Muchhal was shifted to a general room and kept under close observation.
Based on the clinical findings and his response to treatment, doctors suspect that the episode was largely due to stress-related distress, compounded by anxiety surrounding the situation. With rest and supportive care, his condition steadily improved, and his stress levels have since reduced significantly.
Hospital authorities confirmed that Muchhal is now stable and doing well. Although he will be discharged today, doctors have advised him complete rest for a minimum of three weeks to ensure full recovery and to avoid any recurrence of symptoms.