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A member asked:

Got the flu shot 3 weeks ago. still have severe arm and shldr pain, numbness down to my fingertips and i can't lift my arm over my head. what can i do?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Not normal: I recommend evaluation to determine the cause.

Answered 11/10/2018

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