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Terrible shooting pains in my left arm/shoulder blade/elbow for months. now its in my right arm, too. sometimes a deep ache. heart? nerve?

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Dr. Edward Hellman
Dr. Edward Hellmananswered
Orthopedic Surgery 31 years experience
Nerve: Most likely a "pinched nerve" in the neck. I would not hesitate to be seen for a detailed exam and appropriate studies to establish the diagnosis and treatment options.
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