History of progressive organomegaly (hepatosplenomegaly) Physical examination revealed no evident organomegaly, lymphadenopathy, or other masses. On physical examination, the patient had normal bowel sounds and mild left upper-quadrant tenderness to deep palpation but no masses, hernias, or organomegaly.
Quick Answer. Causes of upper arm pain include shoulder bursitis, biceps tendinitis, impingement syndrome and tennis elbow, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Pain can start near the shoulder and travel down, or start at the elbow and travel toward the shoulder. Keep Learning.
Common causes of shoulder pain are shoulder impingement and rotator cuff tears, tendonitis, arthritis, frozen shoulder and traumatic injuries including dislocations. Common causes of elbow pain are tendonitis, bursitis, arthritis and traumatic injuries. If you experience acute or chronic (continuing) shoulder and elbow pain and are unsure of your diagnosis, seek medical advice before beginning any treatment. Some signs that you should be seen by a doctor include: 1  Shoulder or elbow pain that persists beyond a few days. 2  Shoulder or elbow pain that occurs at night, or while resting. 3  Swelling or significant bruising around the joint or arm.  Signs of an infection, including fever, redness, warmth.