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What Causes Pain And Swelling In Right Shoulder Along With Numbness?

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Posted on Sat, 21 Feb 2015
Question: I have pain and swelling in my right shoulder. there is little to no feeling in about a 6x6 inch area at the top of my shoulder. it's been getting progressively worse over the years and I went to the doctor, they did an exray and said it was VERY mild arthrtitis. Well if that's true, I would hate to know what bad arthritis feels like. it didn't seem as though the doctor was really listening though. I have a tingling sensation in the arm and shoulder when I wake up in the morning--especiallky if I sleep on it wrong. and sometimes it feels better to sleep on it. (weird) and lately when I bend my thumb, it sticks in the bent position. I can move it out but that has never ever been that way. (not like double jointed ) and it does hurt at times, but not always and not always under the same contitions. very confused. thanks
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Answered by Dr. Saurabh Gupta (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Seems to be due to nerve compression.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Numbness and tingling in shoulder and arm seems to be due to nerve compression. As your symptoms get worsened, I suggest you to get a MRI done and consult an orthopadician for proper evaluation.

Your thumb problem could be due to trigger thumb. Doing physiotherapy will be helpful.

Warm regards.
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What Causes Pain And Swelling In Right Shoulder Along With Numbness?

Brief Answer: Seems to be due to nerve compression. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. Numbness and tingling in shoulder and arm seems to be due to nerve compression. As your symptoms get worsened, I suggest you to get a MRI done and consult an orthopadician for proper evaluation. Your thumb problem could be due to trigger thumb. Doing physiotherapy will be helpful. Warm regards.