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What causes left arm and leg pain that spreads to the chest?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My left arm and left leg have been painting for the past few days. I am feeling numbness and pain radiating from the chest, the back, and the side of the chest. Also, I have high cholesterol levels. Why is there a pain in my arm and leg? Please help.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Zohaib

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query and understood your concern.

The pain you feel is unlikely to be related to your heart since the heart does not cause pain in the leg. Pain can be due to local trauma, joint inflammation, bony pain, or nerve compression. A detailed examination and possibly some neurological and radiological workup will be needed to investigate the cause. Based on your height and weight, you are overweight. Along with high LDL (low-density lipoprotein) levels, being overweight is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases. So, I suggest you do regular exercise, avoid sedentary behavior, eat a healthy diet, manage anxiety, get proper sleep, drink plenty of water, refrain from smoking and alcohol, etc. There is no need for cholesterol-lowering medicine at these levels without first trying the lifestyle measures. Lower your weight to a healthy BMI (body mass index).

I hope this has helped you. Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for your reply.

I just wanted to know for how long echo and TMT are valid. When should I get my heart checkup done? Please help.

Answered by Dr. Muhammad Zohaib

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Normal echocardiography remains valid for the whole life unless new symptoms are developed. TMT (treadmill test) and other functional stress tests remain valid for one year.

I hope this has helped you. Thanks and regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At April 17, 2023
Reviewed At October 25, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Muhammad Zohaib Siddiq is a skilled cardiologist with 13 years of clinical experience. He specializes in diagnosing and treating heart disorders, including congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease, and electrophysiology, providing comprehensive care for cardiovascular health.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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