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What Causes Pain In The Left Forearm?

Realized I had pain in my left forearm this weekend, and thought nothing of it. The pain occurred initially when I stretched my hand backwards , towards my elbow. It spans from a few inches below my elbow, and extends through my hand at times. Lifting and movement do not cause pain regularly, however movements create a pressure sensation up my forearm. If pressure is applied to the direct line of pain down my arm, it is very painful (at site of pressure it is a stabbing pain, throughout the rest of the line down my arm it is a burning sensation). The line of pain follows on the left side of my tendons , through my wrist and around my thumb in my palm (assuming my left palm is facing up, as if I were to look at it) This literally came out of nowhere with no trauma or injury to relate to. Thanks for any help.
Wed, 25 Jan 2017
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Hi,
Thanks for your question.
I do understand your pain and discomfort.
As per your history is concerned please follow:-
1)Do full blood count with differential(If normal proceed to next)
2)Check ECG if normal do [angiography]to ruled out unstable angina.

I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me.
Wishing you all the best.
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What Causes Pain In The Left Forearm?

Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. As per your history is concerned please follow:- 1)Do full blood count with differential(If normal proceed to next) 2)Check ECG if normal do [angiography]to ruled out unstable angina. I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me. Wishing you all the best. Kindly rate the answer if you are convinced.