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Hi, 4 weeks ago i woke up with a stiff and painful shoulder. since then i have had a shooting pain moving up and down my whole arm can you help please?

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Bursitis/tendonitis: It sounds like you may have developed a bursitis or tendonitis. I suggest you try taking some ibuprofen 2-3 times a day for a few weeks and using warm compresses and gentle stretches for the shoulder. If it does not resolve after 2-3 weeks of this treatment you may need to see your GP. I hope you are feeling better soon.

Dr Horak ii agreed

Answered 2/6/2016

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