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Description of the Symptom
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This chapter describes pathology that may lead to shoulder pain. Local causes of shoulder pain include pathology that occurs within the humerus, scapula, and clavicle; acromioclavicular joint, glenohumeral joint, and sternoclavicular joint; and associated soft tissue structures. Remote causes are defined as occurring outside this region.
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Asymmetry in shoulder contour between sides, or change in contour of the affected shoulder, with loss of rotation range of motion
Abnormal sensorimotor status of the affected upper extremity
Warmth and erythema of the shoulder region
Constitutional symptoms associated with onset of shoulder pain
History of trauma or recent seizure
Unremitting pain not associated with direct movement of the shoulder
Severe sharp, stabbing pain of several minutes in duration
Trauma associated with high irritability and inability to move the shoulder
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