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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Pressure In The Upper Shoulder Blade Area

My husband is having pain in his left upper shoulder blade area, where if he applies pressure on a certain muscle the pain seems to diminish some. It bothers him when he rotates his arm in a circular motion and many times it s painful to sleep on his left side. This has been going on for three months or better. He s taken Advil and nothing seems to help. Is this something he should see a doctor for and if so, what kind of specialists do you suggest.
Tue, 5 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain and pressure in the upper shoulder blade area. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like poor posture , compressing or pinching a nerve , arthritis , gallbladder diseases or heart attacks . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and recommend physical therapy and stretching of trapezius muscle . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for gallstone or cardiologist for heart problem .For now apply warm compresses , do not sit or work in one pose for long time and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Pain And Pressure In The Upper Shoulder Blade Area

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have pain and pressure in the upper shoulder blade area. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like poor posture , compressing or pinching a nerve , arthritis , gallbladder diseases or heart attacks . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI or physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory and recommend physical therapy and stretching of trapezius muscle . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for gallstone or cardiologist for heart problem .For now apply warm compresses , do not sit or work in one pose for long time and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari