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I have a constant low bp with numbness in limbs and also chest feel heavy many times and some time issue with breathing also I want to know what it is about
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Your symptoms—low blood pressure, numbness in limbs, chest heaviness, and occasional shortness of breath—may indicate a serious underlying issue. Possible causes include heart problems, nerve or circulation issues, electrolyte imbalance, anemia, or thyroid/adrenal disorders.
Next steps: Please consult a cardiologist urgently. Important tests may include ECG, echocardiogram, blood tests (CBC, electrolytes, thyroid, kidney), and stress testing. Do not ignore chest heaviness or breathlessness, especially at rest.
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Nutritional deficiencies
Iron deficiency anemia (common at this age, especially in females with heavy periods).
Vitamin B12 / folate deficiency → can cause numbness, tingling, fatigue.
2. Low blood pressure causes
Dehydration, low salt intake, endocrine causes (thyroid, adrenal).
Postural hypotension.
3. Cardiac issues
Though less common at 18, arrhythmia or structural heart disease must be ruled out.
4. Electrolyte imbalance
Low sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium can cause numbness, weakness, palpitations.
5. Psychogenic (anxiety/panic)
Can cause chest heaviness, breathlessness, tingling, but must only be considered after organic causes are excluded.
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Investigations:
CBC (Hemoglobin, RBC indices → anemia check)
Serum Vitamin B12, Folate, Vitamin D
Thyroid profile (TSH, Free T4)
Electrolytes (Na, K, Ca, Mg)
ECG (to rule out arrhythmia)
If persistent, 2D Echo
Immediate measures:
Hydration: 2.5–3 L water/day, add ORS or coconut water.
Adequate salt intake (unless contraindicated).
Balanced diet: green leafy vegetables, fruits, pulses, dairy, eggs/fish (if non-veg).
Regular meals (avoid long fasting).
Warning signs (seek urgent care if):
Severe or sudden chest pain
Difficulty breathing at rest
Loss of consciousness or near-fainting
Rapid worsening of symptoms
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• Hydration + ORS daily
• Balanced diet + more salt (unless restricted)
• Iron + Folic acid + Vit B12 supplements (common cause at this age)
• Tests: CBC, B12, Vit D, Thyroid, Electrolytes, ECG
⚠️ If chest heaviness or breathlessness worsens → Emergency immediately
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Please consult a General Physician in your area for a physical examination. Before that you should get a Complete Health Check up package from a reputed Laboratory.
At 18 years of age the aim should be to find a cause for your symptoms rather than taking only symptomatic treatment.
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You need proper evaluation. For proper examination and management face to face consultation with a physician is recommended
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Gastritis
Change life style n diet plan drastically.
Ecg advise to rule out cardiac cause.
Nexpro RD40 ONE IN EMPTY STOMACH FOR ten days.
Mucain gel10 ml without water nothing by mouth till 30min can be taken 3to 4times times.
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Kindly do ECG , 2D echo for chest.
Do CBC, lipid profile, Vit B12 and D3 blood report.
Drink water. And kindly consult nearest Doctor.
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kindly consult nearest Doctor for further physical checkup
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more than
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Siddesh Venkatraman
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Mumbai
Your symptoms â constantly low blood pressure, numbness in limbs, chest heaviness, and occasional breathing difficulty â are potentially serious and should not be ignored. These could be caused by several conditions, including:
Cardiac issues: Low blood pressure with chest heaviness and shortness of breath could indicate heart rhythm problems or reduced heart function.
Neurological or vascular causes: Numbness in limbs may suggest nerve or circulation issues.
Other causes: Electrolyte imbalance, anemia, or endocrine problems (like low thyroid or adrenal issues) can also cause these symptoms.
What you should do:
Seek urgent medical evaluation â ideally a cardiologist first.
Tests that may be needed: ECG, echocardiogram, blood tests (CBC, electrolytes, thyroid, kidney function), and possibly stress testing.
Do not ignore chest heaviness or breathing difficulty, especially if it occurs at rest or with minimal exertion.
Bottom line: Your symptoms could indicate a serious underlying problem, and immediate consultation with a doctor is strongly recommended.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Do a ECG, 2D ECHO, S. MMA, S. THFA, CHEST X RAY AND PFT.
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