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Right side under arm back area hurting?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Right posterior arm.: Likely a pull from the triceps or latissimus muscle. Consider posture and referred neck pain as possibilities also.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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