
What Is The Cause And Treatment For Painful Arm?

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Sun, 8 Dec 2013
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Question : I HAVE ACHING LEFT ARM ESPECIALLY LEFT ARM
Brief Answer:
Could you please send in the meds you take?
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
The cause to your aching left arm could be:
- possible heart problems (ischemia or attack - do ECG and cardiac echo)
- arthritis
I recommend to consult a cardiologist, run ECG and cardiac Echo and Holter monitoring for further evaluation.
Could you please send in the medications you are already taking to further assist you?
Thank you!
Dr.Alba
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
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