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What Causes Dull Ache Under Left Shoulder Blade?

Posted on Wed, 5 Nov 2014

Question: I have a dull ache under my left shoulder blade when I lean against it when sitting or laying down. Does this need to be checked out?

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Need more info

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

I need more information in order to come to a better conclusion . Please get back to me with the following details

1. How long has the pain been there ?
2. Does the pain increase with respiration as well?
2. Is there any history of trauma to the site
3. Is there any swelling in the area ?

Please get back to me, I am awaiting your reply

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (4 days later)

The ache has been there for several months. No increase with respiration and no memory of trama and no swelling.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Bone pain

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for getting back

From the history you have given me it looks like the pain is arising from the bone. Bone pains are common in women in their menopause. I would like you to get a x ray of the scapula ( shoulder blade) and also check calicum and Vit D levels. Low Vit D can cause bone pain

If it is a dull pain I would not recommend any pain killers, local application of diclofenac gel can give some relief

I hope I was of help

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj