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Daughter is 17 said she is having shooting pain up her spine, ribs , neck. all severe pain, crying. arms and legs numb. hospital?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Powlin Manuel answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Seek medical advice: If a 17 year-old is crying of pain, it is appropriate to seek medical help now.

Dr Deeken agreed

Answered 1/25/2018

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Thank

Pain and numbness: I think you should go now. Uncontrollable pain and numbness should not be ignored.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/25/2018

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