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Chronic pain in inner arms , weakness, feels like muscles pulling apart at elbow non stop for 6 month pain radiates upwards then stops below joint.

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Dr. Chan Hwang answered

Carpal tunnel: Sounds like it could be carpal tunnel syndrome. Other possibilities include brachial plexopathy, trauma, and myopathy. An EMG/NCS can give you a definitive diagnosis.

Answered 8/1/2014

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A member asked:

Chronic pain in inner arms , weakness, feels like muscles pulling apart at elbow non stop for 6 month pain radiates upwards then stops below joint.

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Dr. Chan Hwang answered

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