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Q: woke up with sharp pain radiating all the way down right arm.could that be heart problem?

I am a 53 year old male, overweight and also have diabetes..I wanted to know if having a sharp pain radiating all the way down from my neck down to my fingertips. and it lasted about 30 minutes...Could that have something to do with the heart....

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Lisa Nelson, Health Pro
12/ 9/09 4:34pm

Hi Truckerboy,

 

Yes, the pain you experienced could be linked to your heart.  I recommend contacting your physician.


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All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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By truckerboy— Last Modified: 12/18/10, First Published: 12/09/09