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Had The Rib Removed From Top, Which Collapsed The Lung. Blood Flow Reduced In The Left Arm, Now Paining. Treatment?
Hi about 15 years ago i had my 2nd rib removed from the top, they collapsed my lung . Due to i wasn't getting blood flow from my heart to my left arm. Now all of sudden i have pain on left side of my chest like it is my lung. It hurts to breath walk, use my left arm or lift left arm, also if i bend over. I had an appointment with my doctor 4/30/13. I had told her about it but she wasn't to concerned. I had fallen off a ladder about 4 months ago told her that to. I am also a diabetic , high cholesterol and triglycerides
Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The reduction of the blood flow in the arm could be due to a local tissue swelling or any obstruction in the area. This needs a direct examination and an MRI scan for proper diagnosis. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com
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Had The Rib Removed From Top, Which Collapsed The Lung. Blood Flow Reduced In The Left Arm, Now Paining. Treatment?
Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The reduction of the blood flow in the arm could be due to a local tissue swelling or any obstruction in the area. This needs a direct examination and an MRI scan for proper diagnosis. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal Regards, Dr. Praveen Tayal drtayal72@gmail.com