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What Causes Severe Radiating Pain From Palm To Chest?
Question: When moving my left hand around grabbing stuff etc I get this sharp pain that starts in my palm then I feel the sharp pain in my chest. It started suddenly.
Brief Answer:
Possible causes explained
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible nerve issue.
The nerve may be compressed along its tract , possibly at the neck.
Since the arm and chest have same nerve supply it confuses brain to perceive it as what you feel. It's called referred pain.
I think I can suggest that you get a MRI cervical screening with NCV of the arm. Since it is a cardiac issue also , getting ekg is also a good idea..
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.
Possible causes explained
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am Dr Mittal.
I have read your message.
I think I can help you.
The symptoms of the query are quite suggestive of a possible nerve issue.
The nerve may be compressed along its tract , possibly at the neck.
Since the arm and chest have same nerve supply it confuses brain to perceive it as what you feel. It's called referred pain.
I think I can suggest that you get a MRI cervical screening with NCV of the arm. Since it is a cardiac issue also , getting ekg is also a good idea..
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in this message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.
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