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What Causes Pain Under Left Shoulder Blade?

Posted on Mon, 28 Sep 2015

Question: Hi, thank you, and yes you may. I have some pain (?) in my left shoulder uner my shoulder blade and down my left arm. It's not constant and it's not like I can't function but I was concerned if it is anything more than acid reflux and or anxiety which is what I have always been told. I was formerly on Omeprazole but sort of weaned myself off years ago as I felt like I had "fixed" that issue. Heart issues run in my family with my mom just being admitted recently for two blockages and a heart attack she never knew she had.

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Needs evaluation

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for the query

The pain you are describing is very typical of angina, given the family history I strongly recommend that undergo cardiac evaluation as soon as possible
I would like you to undergo tests in the following order

1. Ekg
2. Echo
3. stress test

In the mean time please follow these suggestions

1. Do not engage in exertional activities
2. do not live heavy weight
3. try and avoid travelling until you get evaluated
4. stop smoking
5. avoid heavy meals

I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (1 hour later)

Thank you! I have an appointment on Tuesday so hopefully I can get these tests scheduled as well!

Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (22 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Tests results

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for getting back, please let me know the results on tuesday so that I can give my opinion as well

Regards

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar