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I felt pain in my upper left arm since yesterday-but not extreme. today i have felt intense "electric shock" type pains in same area. some tingling ?

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Dr. Raymond Wittstadt answered

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Nerve compression: Electric shock type symptoms and tingling are usually signs of nerve irritation or compression. This could be coming from your neck, such as a herniated disc, or nerve compression at your shoulder , elbow or wrist. If it keeps up get it check out by your doctor.

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Answered 6/4/2018

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A member asked:

I felt pain in my upper left arm since yesterday-but not extreme. today i have felt intense "electric shock" type pains in same area. some tingling ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Raymond Wittstadt answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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