Pain in the forearm during a heart attack
In most cases, pain in the forearm is harmless and does not require any special therapy. In some cases, however, pain in the forearm can also occur in the event of a heart attack. Typically, the pain radiates into the left arm.
Even though the pain is usually limited to the upper arm, it can also extend into the forearm in the case of a heart attack. If the pain is caused by a heart attack, however, other symptoms that occur in parallel are usually in the foreground. Typical of a heart attack is severe chest pain, which is accompanied by mortal fear and in many cases nausea.
In addition, signs such as shortness of breath, loss of consciousness or dizziness often occur. Pain in the forearm, which occurs without further symptoms, is therefore not to be expected as the sole sign of a heart attack. Nevertheless, if in doubt, medical advice should be sought if you are unsure. If the above-mentioned additional symptoms occur, the ambulance with an emergency doctor must be alerted immediately so that the time so important for heart attacks is not wasted.
