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What Causes Pain In Arm?
I don t recall any specific injury to my left arm, however, I am suffering with severe pain in my arm, can t hold or lift anything, and my arm is bent and I cannot straighten it compared to the other one. I feel the pain mainly on the inside of my arm just above the elbow, is this muscle pain. Thank You Colleen
Thu, 21 May 2020
Hi,
Your symptoms can be due to muscle strain ,inflammation of tendon or ligament tear. Although you have mentioned no history of trauma,it is essential to rule out any fractures. X-rays can detect fractures but not muscle or ligament problems. Pain killers and restriction of movement by splint may be essential. Hot fomentation can also be useful.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Your symptoms can be due to muscle strain ,inflammation of tendon or ligament tear. Although you have mentioned no history of trauma,it is essential to rule out any fractures. X-rays can detect fractures but not muscle or ligament problems. Pain killers and restriction of movement by splint may be essential. Hot fomentation can also be useful.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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