Experiencing chronic pain around left shoulder and neck region
Patient: I have chronic pain around my left shoulder and neck region. I have had several scans and the latest was a nerve test. The neurologist referred me to a vascular specialist. I am waiting to see the specialist. This weekend I have experienced stabbing pain in my left buttock region and left leg pain. In the past my heart rate dropped to the 40 s and nobody could figure out why. Also experienced dizziness. They ruled out heart problems but stated I had a hole in my heart but because only three bubbles passed during the test I was told to quit looking any further. This was three to four years ago. It is affecting my life. Pain everyday. Doctor: Hi,The chronic pain of the neck and shoulder could be:- Spondeliarthorsis with mean the body of the vertebra with their articulation are damaged- an hernieted vertebral disc- thoracic outlet syndrome/scalene syndrome.- boursitis of the shoulder (probably something from the shoulder. Only an orthopedics or neurosurgeon can do a differential diagnosisHope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Rezart Cipi