Shooting pains in arms and legs?

Answer 1

While I am sure there are several different causes for pain in the hands and arms, the one that is most common is Carpal Tunnel inflammation. The symptoms of Carpal Tunnel can include tingling sensations in the thumb and fingers (excluding the pinky) and pain in the wrist and arm. The pain can be constant or shooting. Sometimes people with Carpal Tunnel experience heightened sensations of tingling and pain in their arms and hands at night while trying to sleep. The pain and tingling are caused by inflammation of the tissues and fluids surrounding a nerve that passes through your wrist through the "Carpal Tunnel." This inflammation causes the nerve to be compressed and this can cause pain and tingling. This is basically just a pinched nerve. Symptoms can be isolated to only one arm/hand or can be both. Carpal Tunnel can be caused by repetitive motions, injury, poor ergonomics or other things that cause the wrist to swell or become inflamed. In most cases, people do not know what caused their onset of Carpal Tunnel. If you are not sure if this is you - try pointing your hands towards the ground and shaking them vigorously. If the pain and/or tingling worsens, you're a likely candidate for Carpal Tunnel. Of course, the best way to diagnose any ache or pain is to see a doctor. Unfortunately, aside from wrist braces, ergonomic devices, painkillers, patience or surgery there's not too much that can be done about it.

Answer 2

could be the beginnings of a heart attack or the heart telling you that it isn't getting enough oxygen. In the field of cardiology this is called atypical chest pain. I would recommend seeing a Dr.... He/she will likely recommend a stress test on a treadmill (if you are able) and either an echocardiogram to look at your heart before and after the treadmill or a nuclear camera before and after the treadmill. If you can't use a treadmill for whatever reason... a medication can be used. Either way, get it checked out... no one is too young to die from a heart attack.

Answer 3

This is quite possibly from something pinching the nerve in your arm. It could be anything from a repetitive strain injury to a tumor next to the nerve. Try taking it easy with that arm for a week or two and see if it gets better. If improves, that means you're doing something with that arm that's bad for it and you need to change your work or exercise habits. If it doesn't go away, it might be a more serious problem and it would be good to talk to a doctor.

Answer 4

You should seek medical help. This could be signs of several problems, such as, blood clots, pinched nerves, or circulation problems. Please see a doctor.

Answer 5

There are a number of problems that can cause shooting pain the extremities. These include multiple sclerosis, nerve damage, as well as peripheral arterial disease.

Answer 6

Could be one of many things. In my experience, shooting pains in arms and legs stems from back problems (pinched nerves, slipped discs, etc.). Definitely consult a doctor if it persists.

Answer 7

There are various ailments that may cause sharp shooting pains in the fingers. If you are concerned then you should try and consult a doctor.

Answer 8

cyst or the way you might sleep on it.