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I've been having a pain in my left shoulder blade all day with a burning sensation in the upper part of my left arm. i'm pretty healthy.should i be wo?

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Dr. Buck Parker answered

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See a physician: The burning sensation is usually a nerve type pain, but this could be related to your neck or shoulder joint. Either way I would recommend being examined by your primary care physician as soon as you can.

Dr Goebel agreed

Answered 11/5/2017

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A member asked:

I've been having a pain in my left shoulder blade all day with a burning sensation in the upper part of my left arm. i'm pretty healthy.should i be wo?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Buck Parker answered

Dr Goebel agreed

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