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What Causes Back Pain Around The Left Side Of The Shoulder Blade?

I have had type 1 diabetes for 10 years. The past couple of years I have had more digestive related issues and back pain. My back pain is on the left side near my shoulder blade. It feels like tingling and burning. I was treated by a physical therapist for 2 months which helped loosen the surrounding muscles so the pain is not as intense. There does seem to be a relationship to when I eat and my back pain ( I believe nerve). I already eat a gluten and dairy free diet and I do a good job of keeping track of my blood sugar levels. Could this pain be connected to my pancreas?
Mon, 19 Nov 2018
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Hello,

I don't believe the shoulder pain is related to pancreas or eating. It is caused by nerve suppression because it gives tingling and burning. I think you should check the cervical spine by doing an X-ray of the cervical spine.

The physical therapy is always a good option. Using anti-inflammatory drugs such as Advil or Naproxen can help reduce inflammation and pain.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Olgeta Xhufka,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Back Pain Around The Left Side Of The Shoulder Blade?

Hello, I don t believe the shoulder pain is related to pancreas or eating. It is caused by nerve suppression because it gives tingling and burning. I think you should check the cervical spine by doing an X-ray of the cervical spine. The physical therapy is always a good option. Using anti-inflammatory drugs such as Advil or Naproxen can help reduce inflammation and pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Olgeta Xhufka, General & Family Physician