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I keep taking pain in my left arm shoulder down to elbow, i did not fall or bang it but has been painful all day sharp pain shoots through the arm ?

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Dr. David Earle answered

Nonspecific: Pain in the arm suggests a musculoskeletal problem exists, but there are other possibilities. The best way to evaluate this is by a proper evaluation by a doctor - primary care ok. Timing of appointment should be based on severity. Hope this helps!

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/15/2016

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A member asked:

I keep taking pain in my left arm shoulder down to elbow, i did not fall or bang it but has been painful all day sharp pain shoots through the arm ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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