I feel a piercing pain around my right shoulder blade, which shifts to my neck and right shoulder when massaged. I'm a heavy bidi smoker and consume gutkha without tobacco.

Pain around the right shoulder blade that spreads to the neck and shoulder may be due to muscle strain, poor posture, or nerve irritation, but since you smoke and use gutkha, it is important to rule out heart or lung-related problems as well. Try rest, gentle stretches, and avoiding heavy lifting, but see a doctor promptly to check the cause and get proper treatment. Reducing smoking and gutkha use will also help your overall health.

My jaw clicks on the left side when I eat hard foods. It does not hurt, but it feels like the bones are slipping.

Jaw clicking on one side while eating, without pain, is often due to TMJ (temporomandibular joint) movement issues. It usually is not serious, but it can worsen if ignored. Try soft foods, gentle jaw exercises, avoiding wide chewing or gum, and monitor for pain or swelling. If it becomes painful, persistent, or affects your bite, see a dentist or TMJ specialist for proper evaluation.

I'm having a severe headache and neck pain that makes it hard to turn my head. I also have body pain on the left side, especially in my left arm and shoulder.

Severe headache, neck pain with limited movement, and pain in the left arm and shoulder could be serious. Seek medical attention, as these symptoms may signal a heart or neurological problem.

I'm experiencing muscle stiffness and tightness below my left rib cage. I have no pain, and it improved after physiotherapy, vitamins, and calcium supplements. What should I do?

Since your muscle stiffness below the left rib cage has improved with physiotherapy, vitamins, and calcium, you can continue these measures. Keep doing gentle stretches, stay active, and maintain good posture. If the stiffness persists or worsens, see a doctor to rule out other causes. Regular exercise and a balanced diet will help prevent it from coming back.

I have tooth pain along with swelling. What can I do to reduce the pain and swelling?

Tooth pain with swelling is usually due to a dental infection or gum problem, where bacteria cause pain and fluid buildup. Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater, keep the area clean, and avoid very hot, cold, or sugary foods, as they can worsen pain. You can take basic pain relief if needed and apply a cold compress on the outside to reduce swelling. As swelling is present, it is important to visit a doctor or dentist soon so the cause can be treated properly and prevent it from getting worse.

I have persistent pain on the right side of my neck, which is causing headaches. I experienced relief with a 3-day course of Zerodol-MR, but the pain has returned.

Your neck pain and headaches may be due to muscle strain, poor posture, or inflammation. Zerodol?MR helps temporarily, but short courses relieve only symptoms; they do not treat the underlying cause. Try gentle neck stretches, good posture, and heat therapy, and see a doctor or physiotherapist for a proper long-term plan if the pain keeps returning. Avoid taking strong pain medicines repeatedly without medical advice.