Over the past few days I've been struck about 4 times with a sudden sharp tingling feeling in my left arm and also around the top left of my chest. Does anyone know what this could be?
It happened once while I was driving and it made me twitch sharply and as you can imagine I started to panic thinking I was having a heart attack at the wheel!
I'm the type of person that really doesnt like to bother the doctor as I'm sure theres other people out there with worse problems but I am a little worried but wanted some advice before going to see one.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Russ
2006-12-10 11:00:38 · 14 answers · asked by russkaos 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
Thanks to everyone that has replied so far. I'll make the appointment tomorrow. :)
2006-12-10 11:14:11 · update #1
You need to be evaluated for cardiac problems. Those could be either angina (ischemia, where the heart isn't getting enough oxygen but the muscle doesn't die) or small heart attacks (part of the heart muscle does die)
Different people experience heart pain differently. Some people have heart attacks and have no pain at all. If it IS a heart problem, there are lots of medications that can reduce your risk of an early death.
Doctors are much more bothered when you drop dead than when you seek advice for a potentially fatal problem. Seriously, we see LOTS of people for "rule out MI" that do "rule out", as we say. The pain may not be cardiac in origin, but we always check the heart thoroughly to make sure.
As a motorist, I'd appreciate if you didn't drive until this was sorted!
2006-12-10 11:06:19 · answer #1 · answered by Pangolin 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have no idea. But I really don't think you will be bothering the doctor, especially if you rarely go in. Men never seem to want to go to the doctor. But if you are actually to the point of considering going, it is a sign that you really need to go.
Just call them and explain your symptoms. Based on what you tell them, they will tell you when you need to be seen. They will either give you an appointment down the road, or if they believe it necessary, they will squeeze you in right away. But at least give them your symptoms, and let them decide how urgent it is. They are the professionals. And I am sure your loved ones would rather see you safe than sorry. Russ, I wish you well.
PS
Don't hesitate to go to the ER if you sense you need to, or even to call an ambulance if it gets bad.
2006-12-10 19:09:29 · answer #2 · answered by ifyousaysooooooooooo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's interesting because I have and still do have exactly the same problem. I went to see the doctor once...did nothing for me, and had no idea. He made it sound like I was making it up, because my heart rate seemed to be fine (I mean it's not like it's happening every second so he couldn't detect it)
He then came the conclusion that it was due to anxiety...although I never seemed to be too anxious when it happened.
So, the answer is that I don't know...but it could be due to anxiety. The pain experienced from anxiety is very similar to your problem.
Hope that helps :)
2006-12-10 23:15:42 · answer #3 · answered by ciriana 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like on set of heart attack. Contact doctor. I'm sure you already knew this though.
2006-12-10 19:03:22 · answer #4 · answered by onelight 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok only 1 way to say this go see a doctor. you will not bother him that is what he choses to do. never take a chance with your health cuz in case you haven't heard you need to take care of your mind and body as the 1 you have has to last a lifetime. so be good to yourself and get answers. oh and your very welcome in advance.
2006-12-10 19:12:36 · answer #5 · answered by Samantha 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't be silly - your doctor is there for you. Go tomorrow, don't mess around playing silly guessing games. It might be a small problem and you could make yourself ill worrying about it.
2006-12-10 19:03:53 · answer #6 · answered by carnival queen 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Seriously Russ don't listen to anyone who gives you medical advice on here go see a doctor, doctors would be pissed off more if you didn't go see them, you may or may not have heart problems go see a doctor mate please.
2006-12-10 19:05:11 · answer #7 · answered by Begbie 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I suggest that you go see your Doctor ASAP! We're not doctors on here and we can't replace the medical advice your doctor can give you. So please, for your health, go to your Doctor!
2006-12-10 19:20:58 · answer #8 · answered by abbysmommy98 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to the ER....sounds like your heart.
2006-12-10 19:05:01 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
thats a tell tale sign that your heart is under stress. see a doctor please. even if it turns out to be something like a tic you're better safe than sorry,
2006-12-10 19:04:28 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋