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Hi, i've had a sharp, cold pain in the middle of my left shoulder blade on and off for a couple years now (i believe). ?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Scapula: Pain in the scapula can be due to pathology within the scapula, but often it is due to referred pain from a spur of bulging intervertebral disc in the neck. Consult a neurologist or an orthopedic specialist for evaluation. Appropriate imaging tests will be ordered.

Answered 3/6/2018

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A member asked:

Hi, i've had a sharp, cold pain in the middle of my left shoulder blade on and off for a couple years now (i believe). ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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