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I have pain that's started around my right shoulder and upper arm and now that arm is itching, what's going on?
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Nerve irritation: Something is irritating a nerve in your arm. Could be a pinched nerve in your neck or inflamation of a nerve, such as can occur with a virus. Either way, you'll be ok, though you might want to see a neurologist to nip this in the bud.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Cervical spine: I would let your primary care physician know. It may be an intrinsic shoulder issue or a manifestation of arthritis in your cervical spine. An imaging study may be warranted.
Answered 9/2/2013
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