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I have right shoulder, neck , head/face pains. some days they effect entire arm , ribs, back etc. mother diagnosed w arthritis. suggestions please?

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See a rheumatologist: The best suggestion is to have a rheumatologist evaluate the issues.

Answered 2/21/2014

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