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My grandma had a shoulder replacement about 3 weeks ago. my arm is is having spasms. will not stop jerking and shaking. what should i do?

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Ans: Your arm is shaking but your grandmother had the surgery? I think unless you have had trauma you need to see a counselor and see what is upsetting you or worrying you

Answered 10/19/2015

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A member asked:

My grandma had a shoulder replacement about 3 weeks ago. my arm is is having spasms. will not stop jerking and shaking. what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

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