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My upper arm aches constantly and deep and into my shoulder. my dr said it was bursitis and gave me a cortisone shot. helped only about 3 weeks. ?
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Bursitis: if you are still having problems then you need to see your doctor as you may need some therapy
Answered 7/15/2016
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