I am 21 years old and have always been in relatively good health. However, recently after a large meal my arms went numb and I became dizzy. I went into the bathroom of the restaurant and thought I was going to pass out. The symptoms were somewhat similar to those of a panic attack, and the numbness remained for most of the evening. There was a point where I thought I needed to go to the emergency room for a heart attack, blood clot, or something similar.
Since that occurence (about a month ago) I often get heavy, numb, sort of warm arms after eating (but without the panic attack feeling of before). It happens about 50% of the time.
Also, for as long as I can remember, I have experienced the same symptoms when I drink any amount of alcohol. After just a few sips -- not nearly enough to feel intoxicated or even "buzzed" -- my arms become heavy and numb. It is the exact feeling I get when I eat.
If anyone has any idea what could be causing this, or has ever experienced anything similar, I would love to hear it. The only thing I can think of is that it may be some sort of blood sugar issue, but i'm really ignorant on the subject.
I also read these could be symptoms of gallbladder trouble, but i've had no real pain.
Thanks in advance for any help you may be able to provide.