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I have pain in left upper arm. I am unable to sleep turning left side. I have pain while lifting my arm above head and also taking the arm back. My doctor has prescribed Etova ER 400 one tablet before meals. What is the actual cause of the pain.
hi hope this msg finds u in good health.. i have gone through your complaints and under stand your concern. u seem to have supraspinatus tendinitis which means swelling and inflammation of soft tissues in shoulder region. if neglected it may restrict shoulder movements and cause frozen shoulder. i suggest u get an xray done to find out whats wrong. physiotherapy and hot fomentation should help. nothing to worry about. hope your question has been answered. if u have any follow up queries, feel free to consult me anytime thanks Take care god bless
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What Causes Pain In Upper Arms?
hi hope this msg finds u in good health.. i have gone through your complaints and under stand your concern. u seem to have supraspinatus tendinitis which means swelling and inflammation of soft tissues in shoulder region. if neglected it may restrict shoulder movements and cause frozen shoulder. i suggest u get an xray done to find out whats wrong. physiotherapy and hot fomentation should help. nothing to worry about. hope your question has been answered. if u have any follow up queries, feel free to consult me anytime thanks Take care god bless