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What Causes Pains In Right Shoulder Radiating Down To The Arm?

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Question : Hi I am 53 years old and get pains in my right shoulder radiating down my arm, also I have been getting a blocked ear sensation to my right ear can you tell me what this may be. I have high blood pressure which I am on medication for, I am 5 foot 5 inches tall and weigh 69 kilo's.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (3 hours later)
Brief Answer: Following causes to pain and blocked ear sensation Detailed Answer: Hi there, I have gone through your medical history and feel sorry for the situation you are in. Blocked ear sensation might be related to problems with middle ear and/or Eustachian tube (communication between middle ear and naso-pharynx). I suggest to get your ears checked by ENT specialist in order to get treatment in time. Another cause could be related to spikes in blood pressure and a possible ischemic attack. Further cardiac and neurological examinations are needed to determine the right cause and get proper treatment: - ECG - cardiac ECHO - Stress test Spondyloarthrosis of the neck is also to blame. An X-ray of spine at the neck level should be carried out for further evaluation. Depending on the tests results, specific treatment and management guidelines would be recommended. Hope it helped! Dr.Albana Do not hesitate to write me back if you have further queries!
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What Causes Pains In Right Shoulder Radiating Down To The Arm?

Brief Answer: Following causes to pain and blocked ear sensation Detailed Answer: Hi there, I have gone through your medical history and feel sorry for the situation you are in. Blocked ear sensation might be related to problems with middle ear and/or Eustachian tube (communication between middle ear and naso-pharynx). I suggest to get your ears checked by ENT specialist in order to get treatment in time. Another cause could be related to spikes in blood pressure and a possible ischemic attack. Further cardiac and neurological examinations are needed to determine the right cause and get proper treatment: - ECG - cardiac ECHO - Stress test Spondyloarthrosis of the neck is also to blame. An X-ray of spine at the neck level should be carried out for further evaluation. Depending on the tests results, specific treatment and management guidelines would be recommended. Hope it helped! Dr.Albana Do not hesitate to write me back if you have further queries!