How do you know if left arm pain is not heart related?

Left arm pain — without chest pain — may be a dull ache or a shooting pain, and it may accompany other symptoms, such as headaches and muscle weakness. If the pain is severe or persistent, see a doctor. Seek emergency care if the pain results from trauma or if there are any symptoms of a stroke or heart attack.

What are early signs of MS?

Some of the most common symptoms include:

• fatigue.
• vision problems.
• numbness and tingling.
• muscle spasms, stiffness and weakness.
• mobility problems.
• pain.
• problems with thinking, learning and planning.
• depression and anxiety.

Why does your left arm feel heavy?

Anxiety can cause a number of symptoms and if your left arm feels heavy, that could be a sign you are suffering from anxiety. Stress and anxiety can play funny tricks on our bodies. One of the affects can be muscle tension which may make your left arm feel weird and heavy or cause other aches and pains throughout your body.

What does it mean if your right arm feels heavy?

One of the most common causes of a heavy sensation in the arms is general fatigue. ( 1) This type of fatigue is very common in modern day times. As a society, we generally sleep too little, eat too much and exercise only intermittently.

What does pain in left arm feel like if heart issues?

Left arm pain anxiety is a documented condition. So, the pain in your left arm could be the result of anxiety, but it could be the result of a heart problem or injury. If the pain in your left arm is accompanied by other symptoms such discomfort in the center of the chest and shortness of breath , it could be a signal of heart problems.

Why does my right arm feel weak?

Upper left or right arm weakness can be caused by nerve damage or compression of the shoulder, repetitive strain injury of the shoulder, or a pinched nerve in the neck.