Relating your rotator cuff tear to your car accident can be extremely difficult. Because the majority of tears are caused by wear and tear, it's not uncommon for an insurance company to deny a person's claim and say that the car accident wasn't the cause.
Heart attacks. If your arteries become completely blocked, it can cause a heart attack (myocardial infarction). Heart attacks can permanently damage the heart muscle and, if not treated straight away, can be fatal. Dial 999 for immediate medical assistence if you think you're having a heart attack.
Pain occurs when a gallstone blocks one of the ducts in the biliary tract - the part of your body that contains your gallbladder and your bile ducts. The pain may ease when the gallstone moves and the bile duct is no longer blocked. More serious problems can occur if the duct is blocked for too long.