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Suggest Remedies For Burning Sensation In The Left Arm

Posted on Thu, 17 Nov 2016

Question: Hello. I have a strange feeling in an area of my left arm, above the elbow. It comes and goes, it's like a cold burn ( not sure how to describe it ). It feels more like on surface of the skin. What could it? Is it possible to be heart related ( or am i a little paranoiac? )? Thank you!

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Taking methylcobalamine should help.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. I think that the mentioned complaints could be due to some minor problems involving peripheral nerves (peripheral neuropathy). Taking methylcobalamine (a type of vitamin B) supplements once daily usually takes care of such problems.

It does not seem to have any association with heart causes. You need not worry. However, I would insist you to get your fasting blood sugar level checked.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (34 hours later)

Hi doctor. I have a pulse oxiometer from when i use to have anxiety issues. Out of curiosity i used it last night and it showed 96 spo2. On my girlfriend it shows 99 spo2. Why is mine lower? Should i be worried? Thanks

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Normal above 92%

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back.

Let me assure you that anything above 92% in room air is to be considered normal. The difference between 96% and 99% does not really matter. There is nothing to be worried about.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar