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Shoulder muscle weakness, popping/snapping sound in joint, shoulder pain, shoulder dropped lower than other, pain lifting & moving. what's wrong?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Uncertain: Could be injury or dislocation - get an evaluation

Answered 3/24/2017

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