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What can cause pain about half way up your forearm. only when you are putting things down weighing any where from 5-50+ lbs.

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Dr. Christopher Ferguson answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Biceps tendinitis: Sounds like distal biceps tendinitis or tear. See an orthopedic surgeon if pain persists.

Answered 3/2/2013

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