Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of subclavian steal syndrome.
Family history
- Is there a history of frequent cardiovascular disease in your family?
Social history
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- Are you in pain?
- Where is the pain localized? In both arms equally?
- When does the pain occur? During movements, at rest, etc.?
- Do you have any functional limitations of the arms?
- Do you suffer from dizziness, brief loss of consciousness* , etc. when you strain the affected arm?
- Do you suffer from ringing in the ears?
- Have you noticed any sensory disturbances or other symptoms of the arm?
- Do you suffer from gait disturbances? If yes, since when and in which situations?
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions (cardiovascular disease)
- Operations
- Allergies
- Medication history
* If this question has been answered with “Yes”, an immediate visit to the doctor is required! (Information without guarantee)
