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A 28-year-old female asked:

Iv been getting shocked of pains going up my left arm and hand when i use it should i go to the er and get it look at?

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Dr. Marsha Davisanswered

Internal Medicine 30 years experience

Sounds like : Doesn't need ER but you would be best served by your regular physician who knows you.

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