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My wife (age 70) is having sharp pains in her back below the left shoulder blade.we've used heating pads to no avail. she is taking gabapenton.problem?
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Several causes: but you want to make sure it isn't a spine or a heart problem, you may want to see a neurosurgeon or an orthopod who are spine specialists. Start with your doctor who can guide you through , good luck
Answered 12/17/2016
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