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My arms and shoulders hurt when i sneeze what should i do?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: I would be seen. That can sometimes be seen in patients with a spinal problem. When you cough or sneeze, this increases the pressure in the spine and can bring on symptoms of a spine problems such as potentially the arm pain you are describing. It would probably be good to be evaluated.

Answered 11/13/2017

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