What Causes Numbness And Burning On The Shoulder And Rib Cage?
 
                                    
                                    
                                                
                                                Sat, 4 Oct 2014
                                                
                                            
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                                                Tue, 28 Oct 2014
                                                
                                                
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                                            Agree that it could be a pinched nerve
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
I have noted your symptoms and agree with you that it could be a pinched nerve. For confirmation of diagnosis, an MRI of cervical spine and neck should be done.
In the meanwhile, to get reel if from neuropathic pain and burning, you may take pregabalin capsules.
I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow up queries or if you require any additional information.
Wishing you good health,
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 You can ask your neurologist for MRI.
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for getting back.
You can push your neurologist to get these MRIs done.
Only if there is severe pinching of the nerves, you would need to get an opinion from a spine surgeon regarding further management (such as epidural injections).
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
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