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I see a discoloration on my back near my shoulder blade. like a bruise.and my shoulder blade has been imflammed for three days. do i go to a er?

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Dr. Tariq Niazi answered

See your PCP to get: Checked with a examination and some routine labs, xrays etc.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I see a discoloration on my back near my shoulder blade. like a bruise.and my shoulder blade has been imflammed for three days. do i go to a er?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tariq Niazi answered

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