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What Causes Severe Pain In The Left Tricep?

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Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2015
Question: what would cause pain in the left tricept area, aching sometimes extreme pain, about midway between the shoulder and elbow. The pain has persisted for three weeks, in the first two weeks there was pain in the back of the neck also. There is a bump in the muscle area as well, the bump doesn't move. have been taking ibuprofen, but it only helps for a few hours. also I cannot lift anything over small objects with the left arm.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
you may need clinical examination and further investigation

Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
You may need clinical examination and further investigation like MRI spine.
Medication like methylcobalamine and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor.
Physiotherapy plays important role in treatment. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes Severe Pain In The Left Tricep?

Brief Answer: you may need clinical examination and further investigation Detailed Answer: Hello I have read your query. You may need clinical examination and further investigation like MRI spine. Medication like methylcobalamine and neurotropic medication like pregabalin can be started consulting your doctor. Physiotherapy plays important role in treatment. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief. I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.