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I have a stabbing pain in right shoulder blade. what could be wrong?

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Muscle spasm?: It sounds like it could be muscle spasm. Apply heat to the area. Try using otc nsaids. Get a massage. If all that fails your pcp can prescribe a muscle relaxer for you.

Answered 4/2/2013

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