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I can hardly move left arm without it hurting. the pain is mostly near my left breast, next to armpit. do i need to see a physician asap?

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Yes: Focus on what increases or decreases discomfort with any movement may help focus attention and diagnosis. Feel the areas,

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 2/24/2018

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A member asked:

I can hardly move left arm without it hurting. the pain is mostly near my left breast, next to armpit. do i need to see a physician asap?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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