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Strange pain in my right arm.
I have this strange pain in my right arm, it goes all the way down to my hand. It won't stop aching. I've tried with pain killers and massage but they wouldn't do much good. What can it be? What can I do? Please don't write 'you should go to the doctor because I just can't afford it right now. Thanks!
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I am a first responder with a local first department. You do need to see a doctor. The pain you feel is a warning sign. Pain from a possible heart attack does not always come in the left arm especially if you are a diabetic. Diabetics feel pain differently then everyone else. Even if you are not diabetic the pain you are feeling is definitely a warning sign that something serious is wrong.
The fact that you cannot afford to see a doctor is not material here. You have a life and death problem. While a private physician might turn you away a hospital emergency MUST treat you, this is the law. You can take yourself to the hospital or call 911 for help. My preference is if you are still experiencing these symptoms is you call 922. A paramedic ambulance ill be dispatched to you.
Paramedics are well trained in cardiac problems and capable of starting treatment in the field. This is called pre-hospital care. If what your experiencing is pre-heart attack symptoms or mild heart attack symptom's the paramedic can start the same type of care you would receive initially in the ER. This advanced care saves lives so call 911 now and let them take you to the hospital. Do not worry about the cost. You will be treated and there are programs such as medicaid the hospital can bill for payment.
Your life is more important then payment for service.
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Heart attacks happen to ANYONE, but typically, it's the left arm that hurts, *at least from my experience, I had one some time ago due to heart related problems and increased stress*. The left arm is more frequent, but I have heard of others having pain in their right arm before/during an attack. Anyway, the pain you are describing may be a sensory nerve issue. For a better and more proper diagnosis, I would suggest speaking with your doctor, if you already have, speak with another doctor and get a second, or even third opinion. It is never a bad idea to get them. Explain to them the pains you are feeling as well as how long it has been going on. I have noticed that you said not to say to go to a doctor due to being unable to afford them, so call around a few doctor clinics, and ask about sliding fees, or any form of discount you may get due to no insurance and/or low income, some if not most, clinics offer these. At least from the towns I've lived in, I've noticed they have. Since no one on here can give you a proper diagnosis, *even if there are doctors on here*, without proper examination. You are better off seeing one in person. Remember, your health is important, especially now a days.
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