A 31-year-old member asked:
What can cause back pain right below the left shoulder blade?
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Dr. Andrew Turrisianswered
Radiation Oncology 48 years experience
Not simple: Assuming no direct trauma to the bones or chest wall, can be arthritis, gall bladder disease, or even an odd chest tumor.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
I have back pain near my shoulder blade and don't know what to do?
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Dr. Jennifer Chuanswered
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 51 years experience
Nerve irritation: You may have neck nerve root irritation. Please make sure that you are not over exercising or lifting heavy things. You will need to be evaluated by your family doctor and a specialist and physical medicine and rehabilitation.
5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Apr 15, 2018
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