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I injured my shoulder with a fall & it iis very painful what should i take for the awful painwhat is the best thing to take after asevere shoulder inj?

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

See your doctor: If it is a severe injury you should be evaluated by a doctor asap. You could have a fracture, separation or dislocation, ice the shoulder and try tylenol (acetaminophen) unless there is a contraindication to you taking it. If this does not help go to er.

Answered 3/13/2014

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A member asked:

I injured my shoulder with a fall & it iis very painful what should i take for the awful painwhat is the best thing to take after asevere shoulder inj?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Diane Minich answered

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