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Could Electric Shock Type Pain In Shoulder Be Due To Osteoarthritis?
I keep getting an electric shock type pain in my left shoulder radiates up to my neck and down to my elbow sometimes. I have Osteo arthritis generally could this be the cause. It isn;t constant but when it happens it is excruciating for about 2 seconds ( I am guessing)
Mon, 12 Aug 2019
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Yes,the symptoms can be related to osteoarthritis.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local application and ice compresses for relieve.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Yes,the symptoms can be related to osteoarthritis.
I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.
I also suggest using Voltaren gel for local application and ice compresses for relieve.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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