Question 1

cold left arm, warm right arm. history of coarctation of the aorta?

Accepted Answer

Coarctation of aorta: In this condition, there is a narrowing in the aorta, the main artery coming out of the heart and bringing blood to the body. It would be common for this to result in lower blood pressure in the left arm, and one might feel this as a temperature difference. Children and adults with coarctation should be followed by a cardiologist with expertise in this condition.

Question 2

whenever i walk back indoors after being outside in the cold, my left arm feels cold while my right arm feels normal even when i'm wearing a jacket. this has happened a few times, and goes away after a couple of minutes. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

: Your body is talking to you!

Listen &amp; take good notes. 
When does it start/stop? 
Where does it go? 
What makes it better/worse? 
How long does it last?  
Medication helps/worsens?
 If you think it is something you eat/drink/do stop it &amp; see. If better, go back again &amp; retest until u r convinced it is something u should stop. Then stop it.

Discuss with your Drs. You all will figure it out.

Question 3

my right arm and hand are quite cold, the left arm and hand are normal temp.

Accepted Answer

Consider these 2: Look for a problem in either the peripheral nervous system, such as a nerve compression in the neck, or in the circulatory system. If your blood pressure is roughly equal in the two arms, it's more likely a problem with input from the nervous system (e.g. Via a compressed nerve) indirectly affecting blood distribution by small vessels.

Question 4

cold, sweaty hands, left arm heavy, accelerated pulse, dizziness, nausea, all in 7 minutes of extreme attention and curiosity.also short breath.

Accepted Answer

Stay calm: Stay calm and practice breathing slowly and deliberately. If you have ongoing asthma or a known heart condition call your doctor for advice (while staying calm and breathing slowly and deliberately). Otherwise, calm down and let this episode pass. Then, seek treatment for panic attacks and anxiety disorder management (psychiatrist/psychologist).

Question 5

hello, my right arm has small red dots on it and is slightly discolored. it also feels a little swollen and is colder than my left arm. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Swollen  cool arm: Go to ER. may be a clot in an artery which is a medical emergency or compartmetn syndrome ,or low platelets from medication  / unknown reason.GO to ER now

Question 6

i am 28 yrs and a few months ago i started getting a cold feeling in my left arm it comes and goes but always last a few days what could cause it?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: This could be neurological or vascular and without an exam have no way of diagnosing.  You might start with  a pcp and they can refer to you specialist if necessary.

Question 7

why does my left arm feel cold and tingly?

Accepted Answer

Could be.....: Several things from minor, like a 'pinched nerve' in the neck, to major, like thoracic outlet syndrome.....See your doctor soon to get checked out.

Question 8

why does my left arm go cold when i am running?

Accepted Answer

Artery problem: You may have an extra rib in your neck. You have to get this checked out by your doctor.

Question 9

how to treat hypersensitivity to touch in my left arm more likely to annoy me in these cold days ?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: These symptoms can only be adequately diagnosed only after a thorough evaluation by your doctor.  This may include labs and other satudies.  Once all of the information is in, your doctor can let you know what's going on, and what to do to help you.

Question 10

i sometimes get a cold burning sensation in my back. this time, it's in my upper left arm as well. what can cause this? i usually can deal with it until it stops, but it's more intense this time?

Accepted Answer

: Do you experience a cold.or hot sensation even though your skin temperature is not hot or cold when you touch it?  I have seen patients whose sensations at times were cold &amp;hot at other times  These were cases of peripheral neuropathy involving the feet,however. Your situation may be caused by neuropathy involving more superficial nerves. I recommend checking for vitamin B12 deficiency &amp; diabetes.

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Cold left arm, warm right arm. history of coarctation of the aorta?

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Whenever i walk back indoors after being outside in the cold, my left arm feels cold while my right arm feels normal even when i'm wearing a jacket. this has happened a few times, and goes away after a couple of minutes. what could this be?

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My right arm and hand are quite cold, the left arm and hand are normal temp.

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Cold, sweaty hands, left arm heavy, accelerated pulse, dizziness, nausea, all in 7 minutes of extreme attention and curiosity.also short breath.

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Hello, my right arm has small red dots on it and is slightly discolored. it also feels a little swollen and is colder than my left arm. any ideas?

A member asked:

I am 28 yrs and a few months ago i started getting a cold feeling in my left arm it comes and goes but always last a few days what could cause it?

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Why does my left arm feel cold and tingly?

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Why does my left arm go cold when i am running?

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How to treat hypersensitivity to touch in my left arm more likely to annoy me in these cold days ?

A member asked:

I sometimes get a cold burning sensation in my back. this time, it's in my upper left arm as well. what can cause this? i usually can deal with it until it stops, but it's more intense this time?

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