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What Causes Tightness In Chest Along With Tingling In Fingers?

About 2 weeks ago I noticed a tightness in my chest. I am experiencing it getting progressively worse. Hurts more when I takke a deep breath, mostly left side. some tingling in my fingersboth hands. My father died of a massive heart attack at 50 and his mother died at 38 for same thing. I am 44, and 20 lbs more than I should be.
Tue, 15 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tightness in chest along with tingling in fingers . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack , cervical problem or stress . I would suggest you to put your hand in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy and do light exercise . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Apply warm compresses on chest and finger. If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency . Doctor may recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist to rule out cardiac problem like angina and other heart related problem .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Tightness In Chest Along With Tingling In Fingers?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have tightness in chest along with tingling in fingers . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like abnormal levels of vitamin B12 or other vitamins, potassium, calcium, or sodium , poor blood supply to the affected area , herniated disk in your spine , pressure on your nerves diabetes or transient ischemic attack , cervical problem or stress . I would suggest you to put your hand in hot water tun with epsom salt for 15 minutes daily , drink plenty if water , eat healthy and do light exercise . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Apply warm compresses on chest and finger. If your are experiencing dizziness , shortness of breath or weakness along with numbness and tingling in legs then your should go to emergency . Doctor may recommend physical therapy along with vitamin supplement . Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist to rule out cardiac problem like angina and other heart related problem . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari