Left-Sided Numbness: A Warning Sign of Neurological Problems — Not Usually Heart Disease

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Left-Sided Numbness Comes and Goes — More Dangerous Than You Think

The symptom of “numbness” in the hands, arms, or legs is often overlooked because it tends to improve after changing body position or moving around. While temporary numbness can indeed come from prolonged pressure on nerves, mineral imbalance, or vitamin deficiency, frequent or recurrent numbness should never be ignored, as it may indicate an underlying medical condition that needs proper attention.

Half-Sided Numbness… A Warning Sign You Shouldn’t Ignore

Numbness that occurs repeatedly can be linked to various conditions such as gout, thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, peripheral neuropathy, or cervical nerve compression.
However, numbness on one side of the body (left or right) — especially if it comes and goes — can also be an early warning sign of neurological issues such as a transient ischemic attack (TIA) or stroke, both of which require urgent medical assessment.

Although numbness itself is not a typical symptom of coronary artery disease (CAD), poor blood circulation is a contributing factor in many vascular-related conditions. Therefore, when numbness persists or spreads, it should prompt you to seek medical evaluation to determine its true cause.

How Do You Know If You’re at Risk of Coronary Artery Disease?

Coronary artery disease often develops silently. When symptoms appear, they typically include:

A squeezing, tightening, or pressure-like pain in the chest
A sensation of heaviness in the middle of the chest
Pain radiating to the back, jaw, arms, or the left side of the upper body
Shortness of breath or unusual fatigue

One effective way to assess the health of your blood vessels is through Vascular Screening, which helps detect early signs of narrowing, reduced circulation, or potential blockages. Early detection allows for timely treatment and significantly lowers the risk of heart attack or sudden cardiac events.

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Vascular screening is a non-invasive procedure used to evaluate the peripheral arteries in the arms and legs by measuring the Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) — the ratio between the systolic blood pressure at the ankle and the systolic blood pressure in the arm on the same side. This method is simple, effective, and highly accurate in detecting abnormalities in blood flow. A normal ABI ranges from 0.91 to 1.30. ABI < 0.90 indicates peripheral arterial stenosis, meaning there is narrowing of one or more arteries in the lower extremities. This condition suggests Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), which is strongly associated with an increased risk of coronary artery disease and future cerebrovascular events, such as ischemic stroke. Early detection of PAD through ABI testing allows timely intervention, reducing long-term risks to both heart and brain health.