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Shooting pain from behind left ear, down neck, and into left arm. 21 and active. ekg was fine a month ago. very worried it could be a heart problem?

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Shooting pains?: At your age, with a normal EKG, heart problem is unlikely. I would look into a possible musculoskeletal problem or pinched nerve. Any recent injuries?

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 7/6/2014

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