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A member asked:

I have ra so why is it qhen i only lay down my left shoulder around the joint is stiff and hurts to move? its burns also and i can't sleep on it.

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Several possibles: It could be arthritis changes but it could also be due to bursitis or tendinitis. Have your rheumatologist evaluate the shoulder.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/1/2021

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