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Have Pains In Back Area, Spread Towards Rib Cage, Neck. Arm Is Numb. Cure For Symptoms?
Hey... I am a 19 year old female and I've been experiencing severe pains that moved from my upper left back area and spread towards my rib cage and chest aswell as my left neck area.... My left arm is slowly starting to feel numb..... And the stabbing pains have been coming and Going since last night any idea what it could be?
Tue, 4 Jun 2013
Hello,
This symptoms are more in favour of cervical spondylosis with the involvement of the nerve roots.
You need to consult an Orthopedician and get yourself evaluated.
Rest and Physiotherapy is the mainstay of treatment.
X ray should be taken to know the extend of the problem.
This symptoms are more in favour of cervical spondylosis with the involvement of the nerve roots.
You need to consult an Orthopedician and get yourself evaluated.
Rest and Physiotherapy is the mainstay of treatment.
X ray should be taken to know the extend of the problem.
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