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I have had a pain shooting down my arm and its very weak. it started about two, three weeks ago and got worse last night i could barely lift 2 plates?

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Nerve involvement: It appears that you have some kind of nerve injury in your left arm and you need to see your doctor asap, he may have to refer you to a nerve specialist (neurologist). Please do not delay.

Answered 8/25/2014

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