Is shoulder pain and breathing difficulty normal with spinal tumor?
Patient: I have a spinal tumor on my L5-- now I have horrible pain under my shoulder blade making it hard to breath. I have 2 mris next week but until then I want to know what this could be.. I haven t done anything strenuous what so ever so I am completely confused.L la Doctor: Hi, I am Dr.Bruno.  I have read your question and understand your concerns. Let me try to help you Question : Is shoulder pain and breathing difficulty normal with spinal tumor?Answer : No. L5 Spinal Tumour Will NOT cause Shoulder Pain and Breathing DifficultyThe Shoulder Pain and Breathing Difficulty  are due to some other problem, most likely a problem in Cervical SpineI would suggest you to consult a Neurosurgeon at the earliest Hope you found the answer helpful.If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.Let me know if I can assist you further.Take care.