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Question: I am having pain in my left elbow. Can't seem to put weight on it without getting sharp pain and weakness in it. It started last evening but I slept well but this morning I also have pain in my left shoulder ,down the arm to my baby finger. Should I be alarmed or is this just neuralgia which I am prone to?
Brief Answer:
Tendonitis likely.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain in the elbow and shoulder can be due to tendonitis or mild cervical spondylosis. It is less likely to be neuralgia as there are no associated tingling or numbness.
Giving rest, avoiding all painful activities and doing a hot compress will help. You can take few aspirins or ibuprofen for pain relief. Do consult your orthopedician in case the pain is persistent.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Tendonitis likely.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The pain in the elbow and shoulder can be due to tendonitis or mild cervical spondylosis. It is less likely to be neuralgia as there are no associated tingling or numbness.
Giving rest, avoiding all painful activities and doing a hot compress will help. You can take few aspirins or ibuprofen for pain relief. Do consult your orthopedician in case the pain is persistent.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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