Pain in between shoulderblades
I’m not sure what’s related to what, or a symptom of what–but all of the following developed about a year ago and with no insurance I am loath to go to a doctor immediately unless I have some idea why I’m going.Currently there’s a pain on the right side of my spine near the bottom of my right scapula.
I only feel it really when I squeeze my shoulderblades together, and generally if I squeeze/twist just right there is a small pop and either total or partial relief of the pain even if I squeeze my shoulders together again (this relief lasts for a minute or two at most, and then it creeps back in again).
It’s not unbearable, just really irritating, balancing between the feeling of a deep bruise and an overworked muscle.also, near the same time that developed I had noticed what feels like a small painless lump in my throat that I’m almost always aware of off and on, and is very noticeable when I swallow. But again just like the back pain, it’s presence fades from barely noticeable to mildly irritating. The only thing I can think of that really set this off is one night when I was at a graduation party and drinking heavily I felt as though my chest and back were on fire–just burning intensely–for about four minutes.
It’s never happened since, but I’ve had a tagalong backpain. A GP who didn’t run any real tests aside from bloodwork and a symptom analysis diagnosed me with GERD and gave me a perscription for a PPI. After a month it had little to no affect on the symptoms I have been having.
2 comments
NikkiLee
Hi. I sympathize with you. My between shoulder pain has been with me for about 2 years, and no diagnosis was made yet. I’ve gone through all kinds of tests, and its so aggravating. I saw your message and became interested, although your symptoms are a little different than mine, but the same area. Let me know how you made out. You can feel free to read my posted message here if youd like. Many bottles of vicodin and steroid injections later… I’m anxious to fix my back, although vicodin was the only thing to take the edge away, and when you ask for this people tend to think you are a junky. Its an awful spot to be in, and many a nights I’ve cried cause I wonder if my hubby and family even believe me anymore, especially when all your tests come back “good”. well take care.
Shannon
Have you ever talked to a physical therapist about the situation? Thay are specially trained in that sort of thing. Also, larger breasts may cause constant muscle strain in that area.