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What Causes Chest Pain, Numbness And Tingling On Left Side Of Body?

33 year old male who awakes in the AM with chest pain followed by numbness and tingling on left side of body. Went to the ER, negative CT scan, EKG, vitals fairly normal 108/55, heart rate initially elevated ( i think from panic) Some sensitivity to noise and some confusion, but aware of place and date. They could not diagnosis. I am now concerned of TIA since they ruled out stroke. However no weakness or facial dropping. Ativan seemed to help with symptoms or it could have been just duration. Had been drinking the night before and under some stress.
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
No need to worry for major heart or brain related diseases as your extensive work up is normal.
Ativan is anxiolytic drug. Since you are improving with Ativan, possibility of stress, anxiety and panic disorder related symptoms is more.
So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions.
Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it's solution.
Along with anxiolytic drugs (Ativan), counselling plays very important role in management of stress and anxiety.
Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm.
Don't worry, you will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks
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What Causes Chest Pain, Numbness And Tingling On Left Side Of Body?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. No need to worry for major heart or brain related diseases as your extensive work up is normal. Ativan is anxiolytic drug. Since you are improving with Ativan, possibility of stress, anxiety and panic disorder related symptoms is more. So better to consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on it s solution. Along with anxiolytic drugs (Ativan), counselling plays very important role in management of stress and anxiety. Avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. Don t worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks