[22F] Experiencing upper quadrant pain, dizziness, tachycardia, and numbness
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Arora's Assessment
What might be happening
Based on your symptoms, the following conditions may be considered:
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Gallbladder Disease: The severe, sharp, stabbing pain in your upper right abdomen, along with the fact that your mother had her gallbladder removed, could suggest a gallbladder issue such as gallstones or cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder). These conditions can cause severe abdominal pain, often associated with meals.
- Treatment often involves dietary changes, pain management, and in some cases, surgery to remove the gallbladder.
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Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS): This condition is characterized by a rapid increase in heart rate upon standing. Symptoms can include lightheadedness, fainting, and rapid heartbeat, which you have described.
- Treatment typically involves lifestyle modifications like increasing fluid and salt intake, wearing compression stockings, and sometimes medication.
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Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: This condition is caused by increased pressure on the ulnar nerve, which can cause numbness and tingling in the ring and small finger, pain in the forearm, and/or weakness in the hand. Your description of numbness in your pinky and ring fingers and forearm when you lay on your back aligns with this condition.
- Treatment can include avoiding pressure on the elbow, wearing a splint, or surgery in severe cases.
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Postpartum Hemorrhage: Constant vaginal bleeding four months postpartum is not typical and could be a sign of postpartum hemorrhage, which is excessive bleeding following childbirth.
- Treatment can involve medication, a procedure to remove remaining placenta, or surgery in severe cases.
Please note that these are potential explanations based on your symptoms, but only a healthcare professional can provide a definitive diagnosis.
What you can do
- Seek immediate medical attention. The combination of your symptoms, particularly the severe abdominal pain and constant postpartum bleeding, is concerning and should be evaluated by a healthcare professional as soon as possible.
- Try to avoid laying on your back to minimize the numbness in your fingers and forearm.
- Keep a record of your symptoms and their severity to share with your healthcare provider.
What you should look out for
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Intense, worsening abdominal pain
- Increased vaginal bleeding or passing large blood clots
- Fainting or loss of consciousness
- Chest pain or difficulty breathing
Remember, while I strive to provide accurate information, I'm not a doctor and this advice should not replace a consultation with a healthcare professional.
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9 mo ago