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What Could Sudden Numbness In Left Arm Be Along With Neck And Shoulder Pain And Light Headed?
My husband had a sudden numbness down his left arm last night. Earlier that evening, he complained about neck and shoulder pain. He couldn t get up and was feeling light headed. I thought he was having a heart attack because he smokes and what-not. Today, he is having similar pain at work. Though not as harsh, I am worried what might be wrong. I read that an anxiety attack is very similar to a heard attack. I need to know for sure or atleast closer to where I am right now. Please!
Mon, 3 Feb 2014
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-first- there is risk of blockage of coronary artery due to the habit of smoking
-any symptom of chest pain or discomfort in your patient is to be taken seriously and needs further evaluation
-consult a cardiologist for tests
-first- there is risk of blockage of coronary artery due to the habit of smoking
-any symptom of chest pain or discomfort in your patient is to be taken seriously and needs further evaluation
-consult a cardiologist for tests
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