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Which arm will hurt if you are having a heart attack?

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Pain radiation: Most of the time the pain radiates to the left. But if you have dextrocardia the pain goes to the right.

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/30/2015

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Usually left: Usually the left arm but sometimes the right or none. If you are having concerns, get yourself checked right away as this is a serious and very treatable condition.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/1/2023

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