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Having shooting pain down my left arm what does that mean?

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Radicular pain: It's called radicular pain. It's due to nerve irritation or compression. It can come from your arm pit, your collar bone but most likely your neck. You need to have a physical performed by a physician who will probably order an imaging scan.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 7/30/2017

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