Can left-hand pain with palpitations indicate cardiac issue?

Question

Hi doctor,

I woke up with heart palpitations after drinking and eating pizza last night. Today my left arm near the tricep or shoulder and back had radiating pain. However, when I worked out (30 minutes on the treadmill), my pain went away. I also have very bad gastritis today and burping a lot. Please help.

Answer 1

Hello,

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You are experiencing palpitations. Alcohol, cigarettes, etc., worsens palpitations. Therefore, I advise you to stop drinking. Any history of shortness of breath or dizziness? Please answer the question so that I can guide you appropriately.

Answer 2

Hi,

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It is unlikely that the pain is of cardiac origin, but I will like you to do an ECG (echocardiogram) to rule that out. It is important. If the palpitations get unbearable, I suggest you take 10 mg of Propranolol once daily for three days. Do the ECG and get back to me with the result. I hope this was helpful.

Answer 3

Hi,

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I understand you must be worried, but it is not worth the worry. It is unlikely to be due to a heart condition in your age group. But it is not uncommon to see persons in your age group with heart disease. It is important to always do investigations to rule out the cause of any underlying condition. I hope this was helpful.