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I've hurt my shoulder... my dad took me to the doctor and it was diagnosed as tendonitis. could it be more? i hurt my should 4 months ago playing softball and my dad took me to the doctor and it was diagnosed as tendonitis. dr told me to take anti-inflamm

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Dr. James McClurg answered

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You : You need to see an orthopedist that knows what he or she is doing as son as possible. The doctor should evaluate the neck and the shoulder. You may need x rays and an MRI to evaluate the various dianostic possibilites. Do not waste your time going to a primary care doctor and try to look with an experienced orthopedist asap.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

I've hurt my shoulder... my dad took me to the doctor and it was diagnosed as tendonitis. could it be more? i hurt my should 4 months ago playing softball and my dad took me to the doctor and it was diagnosed as tendonitis. dr told me to take anti-inflamm

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James McClurg answered

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