Pain in left hand

The causes of left arm pain can vary. The most well known of these is a heart attack. In this case, the arm pain may be accompanied by pain or a tightening sensation in your chest, pain in your back, neck, shoulder or jaw, nausea, shortness of breath, dizziness or fatigue. Left arm pain can also be caused by angina.

1. Is Left Hand pain a symptom of heart attack?
2. Is pain in Left hand normal?
3. When should I worry about left arm pain?
4. How do I know if my hand pain is serious?

Is Left Hand pain a symptom of heart attack?

2. Heart attack. Often, an initial symptom of a heart attack is sudden left arm pain that gets increasingly intense over the course of a few minutes.

Is pain in Left hand normal?

Small aches and pains in the left arm are often a normal part of aging. However, sudden or unusual left arm pain could be a sign of a more serious medical problem. It might be a symptom of an injury that needs treating or, in the worst case, the effect of a heart attack.

When should I worry about left arm pain?

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.

How do I know if my hand pain is serious?

Share on Pinterest A person should see a doctor if their hand pain does not get better with home treatment. A person should see a doctor for severe, persistent, or reoccurring pain in the hands or wrists.