Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq
Cardiology
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Hi doctor,
Recently I have been having a lot of heart issues. I used to take cocaine for several years, which I stopped three months ago because of health concerns. I have constant chest pain, pain in the left arm and left side of the jaw, pins and needles sensation in the fingertips, and intense palpitations. I have been to the hospital three times over this and each time they gave me an ECG and blood test and every time it has come back as all clear. The pain persists and doctors told me there is nothing to worry about, but these symptoms are not going away. Is there anything I can do to get rid of these pains? Is my heart going to be okay or is there anything I should worry about? Thank you for answering my questions.
Hi,
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I understand your concern, this must be a very stressful and difficult time for you, but please know that you have my support. Good to know you have quit cocaine. Cocaine can cause hypertension, a fast heart rate, and heart failure. More importantly, it induces spasms, which can cause chest pains but since you have left cocaine, it is unlikely to be cardiac chest pain. Cocaine-induced spasms are diagnosed by Holter monitoring, but since your tests are normal, it means there is no immediate danger. If you are still worried, please send me your electrocardiogram (ECG) and echocardiography reports so that I can guide you accordingly.
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