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Been experiencing some pulling and buzzing sensations around the left side of my shoulder/back. they seem to be less often each day. should i see doc?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Hold off: This sounds like an irritable superficial nerve which usually resolves on its own. At this time I would hold off on consulting a physician unless symptoms persist or worsen, pain develops or if similar symptoms occur in other areas of the body as seen in deficiencies of calcium, magnesium and potassium.

Answered 6/4/2016

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A member asked:

Been experiencing some pulling and buzzing sensations around the left side of my shoulder/back. they seem to be less often each day. should i see doc?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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