HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

What Causes Right Arm Weakness After Placing Stent In Heart?

default
Posted on Fri, 13 Mar 2015
Question: Had a heart stent put in 2 days ago. Feel pretty good but experiencing right arm weakness. is this normal?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (46 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Should be examined by your doctor

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
Was the stenting procedure done through the artery in the right arm? If so there may be some transient weakness.
If not it is not a normal aftereffect of stenting.
You should consult your doctor and get examined to know the cause.
Take care,
Dr Noble Zachariah
Note: For further queries related to coronary artery disease and prevention, click here.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Noble Zachariah

Internal Medicine Specialist

Practicing since :1974

Answered : 2319 Questions

premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
What Causes Right Arm Weakness After Placing Stent In Heart?

Brief Answer: Should be examined by your doctor Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome to HCM and thanks for your query. I understand your concern. Was the stenting procedure done through the artery in the right arm? If so there may be some transient weakness. If not it is not a normal aftereffect of stenting. You should consult your doctor and get examined to know the cause. Take care, Dr Noble Zachariah