Pain in Hands and Feet: Mild pain in hands and feet can also be a sign of heart problems like angina, do not ignore it and know its symptoms.

Pain in Hands and Feet : Often we ignore mild pain in hands or feet . We think it might be due to fatigue or muscle strain . But can this pain also be a warning of some serious disease in the body? Angina, a special condition related to the heart , can also start with pain in these parts of the body.

Whenever you or any member of your family has severe pain in hands and legs, then you must visit a doctor, because sometimes this pain is not a normal problem , there can be some major disease behind it. Therefore, it is very important for you to be cautious.

What is angina?

Angina is a type of chest problem that occurs when the heart does not get enough oxygen and blood. This causes a feeling of pressure, tightness, and burning in the chest. However, in many cases, the pain can be felt in the arms, shoulders, neck, back or even legs .

Dr. KK Pandey explains that, if a person is repeatedly experiencing pain like heaviness, burning or fatigue in the hands or legs and it gets better after resting, then it could be a sign of angina .

What symptoms to recognize

• pressure or burning in the chest
• heaviness in the left arm or shoulder
• Fatigue or pain in the legs when walking
• Shortness of breath while climbing or exercising
• symptoms subside with rest

Diagnosis and treatment

• ECG​​
• Treadmill Test ( TMT)
• Echocardiography
• Angiography
• Prevention is the biggest solution

Avoid smoking and alcohol

• Eat a balanced, low-fat diet
• take regular walks or do light exercise
• Stay away from stress
• Keep high BP and sugar under control

Taking pain in hands and legs lightly can be a big mistake . This can be an early sign of a serious heart disease . By getting timely examination and treatment, not only the disease can be prevented, but life can also be saved.