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Could it be something bad if i have muscle pain?

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It depends: Most muscle pain is benign- mild strain, overuse, soreness, etc. It often is mild and last only a few days. Severe and prolonged muscle pain is a concern. Severe would be pain 7/10 or greater and debilitating. Prolonged would be greater than 2 weeks. A muscle/tendon tear, inflammation of the muscle or something masking itself as muscle pain would be considered for severe and prolonged symptoms.

Answered 2/2/2017

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Dr. Lauren Elson answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Normal or abnormal?: Muscle pain is a very common symptom. It can be related to muscle overuse, imbalance, or tightness. Muscle pain can, depending on where it hurts, your age, and other symptoms be related to a more systemic cause. See your primary care physician or a physiatrist to help differentiate.

Answered 12/9/2013

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