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Agony under my left shoulder blade when i look down or have my left arm in front. what's this sound like?

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

Specializes in Wound care

Muscle strain?: Muscle is the first thing that comes to mind. Rest, stretching, heat, Ibuprofen can help. Other causes could be a "pinched" nerve or bone/joint neck issues. See your md if not better in a week. Or sooner if it is getting worse.

Answered 6/25/2014

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