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What Causes Heaviness And Numbness In Left Arm?

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Posted on Wed, 19 Nov 2014
Question: I am 75 yrs. old weigh 160 lbs. & do have a history of heart problems. Today ,I am having an occurrence of left arm heaviness & numbness, no pain. What could that be? E-mail address XXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (52 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Could be a heart related issue

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

With history of heart problems, you present symptoms do make me suspicious about ischemic heart disease. I would recommend you a immediate visit to the ER and get a EKG done as soon as possible.

Wish you good health.

Please do follow up after the EKG.

Regards,
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What Causes Heaviness And Numbness In Left Arm?

Brief Answer: Could be a heart related issue Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. With history of heart problems, you present symptoms do make me suspicious about ischemic heart disease. I would recommend you a immediate visit to the ER and get a EKG done as soon as possible. Wish you good health. Please do follow up after the EKG. Regards,