A 34-year-old male asked:
Upper back pain undef left shoulder?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Ki-Hon Linanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 26 years experience
Thoracic pain: This is unfortunately a very nonspecific complaint and could represent anything from scapulothoracic pathology to cervical radiculopathy to underlying chest pathology (i.e. Heart, lungs). If the pain has been present for over 6 weeks or is severe and waking you at night or if there are any other concerns then you should see a physician.
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A 34-year-old member asked:
What can I do if I have upper back pain under the left shoulder blade?
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Dr. David Rosenfeldanswered
Pain Management 28 years experience
Muscle spasm: Start with heat, rest, nsaids, and massage. If that fails your pcp can prescribe a muscle relaxer for you.
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A 44-year-old member asked:
What can cause upper back pain between the shoulders?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Michael Sparacinoanswered
Family Medicine 38 years experience
Several things: This problem can only be solved by seeing your doctor and being evaluated face-to-face. After a thorough examination, your doctor should be able to tell you what's wrong and what to do about it.
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Last updated Jun 12, 2014
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