My husband has had two episodes of severe chest pain in the last week. First it was just severe chest pains and today he had sever chest pains associated with numbness on the left side and tightness of the jaw. I gave him two Bayer Asprin each time and he got alright. He will not go to the Dr. He is Diabetic, Sleep Ap, High Blood Pressure and he had surgery on his shoulder 3 months ago. He had test ran on his heart three months ago and was find.
2006-10-08 07:32:00 · 11 answers · asked by beverly h 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Sounds like angina, or some form of blockage of the arteries. I cannot believe you haven't been to the doctor.
2006-10-08 07:39:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
CALL YOUR MD AND GET TO HOSPITAL _RIGHT NOW_.
It is impossible to diagnose a patient without seeing him and examining him. The advice below is what I would do to a family member.
Most likely diagnosis is cardiac ischemia- the coronary arteries are partially blocked, probably by cholesterol deposits. The "attacks" might be caused by spasms of these arteries- eg. in response to stress.
A "standard heart test" (which probably means a ECG) does not necessarily detect that condition before a cardiac attack occurs.
He needs:
1) An ECG _RIGHT NOW_ to determine if any damage occured to the heart in those 2 attacks. Blood tests to determine if any eart damage occured.
2) Blood tests for cholesterol levels. His being diabetic means his risk of cardiac disease IS HIGHER.
3) Frequent checks of blood glucose and blood pressure (these things can kill too, not just a heart attack)
4) Stress test- an ECG run during excercise (eg bicycling or running)
5) Ultrasound examination of the heart. These last two by a good specialist.
If all is well, adjust his medication so that it includes some 100 mg of aspirin every day- provided he does not have stomach problems. If not, then he needs a coronarography- surgical procedure (small) to determine how his cardiac arteries actually work. If any problems- then a dilation can be done- or a bypass.
Last of all, get that sleep apnoea handled by a specialist. This is also a potential killer. Losing weight might help, sometimes laser threatment, sometimes not.
Good luck. GET TO HOSPITAL.
2006-10-08 07:56:18 · answer #2 · answered by cp_scipiom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My GP sent me to hospital with severe chest pain numbness in left arm and high B/P the A/E dept. made sit for nearly 5 hours without seeing a consultant then I could not sit anymore had to go home so I can rest in my bed with the pain. though the pain is not as severe now as I am taking painkillers but still have the pain in my chest and I am worried I am 70 and this is the first time I experienced this I do not smoke or drink. Any advice thanks VJ
2016-03-28 01:47:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
These are the classic sighns of a heart attack. My suggestion is to call 911 or go to the nearest e.r. Asprin is the right idea, but he also needs follow up testing and the proper medical treatment if it is a true heart attack or just heart related chest pain.
2006-10-08 07:50:42 · answer #4 · answered by trena1970 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Took my mom 3 weeks ago to the hospital with the same symtoms it was not a heart attack thank God but she got test done and the Doctor find out that she had 2 arteries of the heart were clogged and blood was not going to the heart because of this please go to your near hospital right now . My mom had to have surgery
good luck
2006-10-08 08:06:40 · answer #5 · answered by kamala 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everything you discribed is the onset of a heart attack and giving his Bayer help but it is just prolonging it, He needs to get medical attention right away before he has another episode and the bayer can't help that time. This is very serious.
2006-10-08 07:38:02 · answer #6 · answered by melindarix@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds like something serious, those are both signs of stroke and/or heart attack. I would highly suggest u call 911 if he does not volunteer getting into the car going on his own. Not to scare u but my daddy had the same thing and I saw it get worse because he didnt want to go. I called 911 and sure nuff it was a stroke. Please take him in. Good Luck and God Bless!
2006-10-08 07:41:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you know what the pains are already. These are the CLASSIC symptoms of a heart attack or at least angina. Your husband MUST get to a Dr. immediately (unless he wants to die of course). The next time could be the one that kills him......GO NOW!
2006-10-08 07:36:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should insist on going to the doctor its sounds to me like he might be in danger of stroke.Tell him hes being selfish not to go, he must consider your feelings even if its nothing at least you will both know.
2006-10-08 07:42:14 · answer #9 · answered by frances g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
medical attention is required even its just for peace of mind
2006-10-08 07:41:01 · answer #10 · answered by JOHN jen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋