Shoulder pain
Alternative names:
pain in the shoulder
Definition:
Any pain in the shoulder.
Considerations:
Pain located around the shoulder is infrequently serious. Most of the time the pain comes from the ligaments or tendons near the joint and not from the joint itself.
Common causes:
Note: There may be other causes of shoulder pain. This list is not all inclusive, and the causes are not presented in order of likelihood. The causes of this symptom can include unlikely diseases and medications. Furthermore, the causes may vary based on age and gender of the affected person, as well as on the specific characteristics of the symptom such as quality, time course, aggravating factors, relieving factors, and associated complaints. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for shoulder pain, occurring alone or in combination with other problems.
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