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Upper left arm got a random unbearable pain when bends and lifted tenses up to where can't be moved once past head its fine?
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I won't worry about : It unless there's weakness, swelling, redness, decreased range of motion etc . Tylenol (acetaminophen) and warm compress may help. Do some stretching and light weight exercises . Take care!
Answered 12/9/2013
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