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I Am Dizzy And Off Balance. Left Side Of My
Question: I am dizzy and off balance. Left side of my face feels numb and my left shoulder feels numb. Should I go ER now?
Brief Answer:
I would recommend going to the ER!
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a stroke or TIA ( transient ischemic attacks). Keep a track of your blood pressure.
For this reason, I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and a brain CT scan or angio CT scan and some other tests ( a resting ECG and cardiac enzymes, complete blood count, blood electrolytes).
I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need!
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
I would recommend going to the ER!
Detailed Answer:
Hello!
Welcome to Ask a Doctor service!
Regarding your concern, I would explain that your symptoms could be related to a stroke or TIA ( transient ischemic attacks). Keep a track of your blood pressure.
For this reason, I recommend going to the ER for a physical exam and a brain CT scan or angio CT scan and some other tests ( a resting ECG and cardiac enzymes, complete blood count, blood electrolytes).
I remain at your disposal for any further questions whenever you need!
Hope you will find this answer helpful!
Kind regards,
Dr.Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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