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I have been getting quick stabbing pains in my armpit over the last two days. they only last a breif second. what factors could cause this?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Shoulder pain: Sounds musculoskeletal, but also consider pinched nerve, thoracic outlet, or cardiac etiology.

Dr Hutchman agreed

Answered 8/13/2015

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A member asked:

I have been getting quick stabbing pains in my armpit over the last two days. they only last a breif second. what factors could cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Hutchman agreed

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