 [ Symptoms ] i woke up with back and shoulder pain that spread to my arm only my arm feels strange now should i see a doctor  i woke up this morning with upper back and shoulder pain i tried taking ibuprofin and using a heating pad but the pain continued and my arm began hurting as well i took some bendryl so that i could sleep despite the pain when i woke up i felt much better but my arm continues to feel strange  very mild pain and some tingliness i am wondering whether i should see my doctor about this or just see what happens [ Disease ] most helpful answer there are no specific dietary requirements for a person with viral pharyngitis a self limiting infection you can feed him what he wants to eat within reason of course maintain his hydration and do not expect his appetite to be normal until day three or four