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I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my left shoulder. i was prescribed ezine and norflex for one week but seems as if the pain is worse.

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Re-evaluation : Is needed, you may need different medications or it might not be osteoarthritis, you may want to see an orthopedic surgeon, ask your primary doctor for possible referral, good luck

Answered 7/30/2019

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A member asked:

I have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my left shoulder. i was prescribed ezine and norflex for one week but seems as if the pain is worse.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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