
Suggest Treatment For Pain In Upper Back And Arms

I have also had constant pain in my upper back where the first bone feels like a round knob. If you touch these areas they hurt and feel warm to the touch. It hurts to tury head.
I have pain in my legs too.
I hurt while trying to drive a vehicle due to pain turning the steering wheel and turning my head to watch traffic. I am 62 years old and I am still working.
What do you think this problem is?
? Arthritis
Detailed Answer:
Good evening
Thank you for writing on health care magic
Well, the sort of pain you are describing in the shoulders does sound like it is a start of arthritis. But yes, the definite answer can only be given by examining the joints and seeing which all movements are restricted.
1. The pain in shoulders which is present almost throughout the day and worsened at night( that is at rest) goes in favor of inflammatory arthritis, that is some form of inflammation going on with the joint. IT is different from the mechanical/age related one as it is present in both the shoulders at the same time and not relieved by rest. Considering your age, one of the diagnosis should be POlymyalgia Rheumatica. It is a sort of autoimmune disorder which causes inflammation in the bursa and the muscles around the shoulder area and the hip muscles. Maybe that is what is causing you discomfort while driving as well.
2. The second thing i would suggest you to do is to take Vitamin D Supplement as well, as the deficiency of vitamin D can aggravate all the aches and pains
3. I would recommend you to get few tests done so it can give us a clear idea where we are heading:
1. ESR, CRP, Complete blood count
2. Rheumatoid FActor
3. Anti CCP antibody
These tests will give us a fair clue what the problem could be.
I hope the information was useful
Do let me know for more queries
REgards
Dr Naval


I have attached my latest 2 lab test on my blood to see if I have
already had a test done to see if I have the polymyalgia rheumatica
you thought might be my problem.
Could you let me know what you think after receiving these 2 lab tests?
Thanks,
XXXX
Reports Reviewed
Detailed Answer:
Good evening XXXXXXX
I have gone through the reports you have sent. They are all within normal limits. The liver function tests, Kidney function and Complete Haemogram all look good. :)
I could not find the ESR, CRP though, which I wanted to see for the inflammation part. Could you look into it if it has been done previously.
Await your reply
Regards
Dr Naval


XXXX
Take care
Detailed Answer:
Good evening
Oh no problems at all. I am glad I could be of some help. But yeah, get these 2 tests and Vitamin D Levels done so we can figure out the cause of your shoulder pain.
Do let me know for more queries
Regards
Dr Naval

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