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What Causes Sharp Pain In Left Shoulder Radiating Towards Left Arm?

I ve been having some sharp pain in my left shoulder (from the top of the shoulder radiating into my bicep muscle in my left arm - shoulder blade and around the left side of my breast). The most pain is around the clavicle bone. I fell backwards a few months ago and my coccyx bone and left side had the most impact but at that time my coccyx area is where the pain was - the shoulder pain is relatively new about 6-8 weeks now. I get some relief from Aspercreme and Tiger balm but it never goes away. It is also painful to wear a bra. Had a colonoscopy this morning and the anesthesiologist said I have a leaky valve
Fri, 20 May 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp pain in left shoulder radiating towards left arm . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like muscle strain , myofascial pain , chest infection , acid reflux and lift something too heavy .

It can also sometimes occur due to cardiac condition like angina . I would suggest you to consult cardiologist for proper examination and rule out serious condition like angina or heart failure .

Doctor may order ECG, TMT along with complete blood profile and troponin t test . Doctor may prescribe isosorbide dinitrate , beta blockers , furosemide , sedative and aspirin . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon if there will be broken rib or muscle .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Sharp Pain In Left Shoulder Radiating Towards Left Arm?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp pain in left shoulder radiating towards left arm . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like muscle strain , myofascial pain , chest infection , acid reflux and lift something too heavy . It can also sometimes occur due to cardiac condition like angina . I would suggest you to consult cardiologist for proper examination and rule out serious condition like angina or heart failure . Doctor may order ECG, TMT along with complete blood profile and troponin t test . Doctor may prescribe isosorbide dinitrate , beta blockers , furosemide , sedative and aspirin . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon if there will be broken rib or muscle . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari