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Do I Need To See The Doctor For Severe Pain In My Left Arm That Is Slowly Spreading To The Neck And Back?
I have had shoulder pain the last three days. Today it is significantly worse in my left arm. I massaged it and it made it worse. It is a dull ache with sharp pains as well. It is now radiating down my arm, into my neck, chest and back. My elbow is starting to ache as well. The pain in my right shoulder is almost gone now. Ibuprofen does not help (I’ve taken 2000mg today). Is it safe to wait a couple days to get it looked at with the symptoms I am having? What techniques can I try to lessen my pain?
Tue, 13 Aug 2019
Hello,
Severe pain in the arm that is spreading to the back and neck can be related to spondylotic changes in the spine or due to frozen shoulder. You need to consult a doctor for a proper examination so that definite treatment can be started.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon
Severe pain in the arm that is spreading to the back and neck can be related to spondylotic changes in the spine or due to frozen shoulder. You need to consult a doctor for a proper examination so that definite treatment can be started.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon
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