Hi I Have Pain And Burning Behind The Ear And

Posted on Sun, 2 Jun 2019

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Question : Hi I have pain and burning behind the ear and back of head and jaw and neck

Answered by Dr. Naveen (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Could be either Paraspinal Muscle Spasm or Herpes...

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for posting the query

After going through the history, I am of the opinion that you be suffering from either paraspinal muscle spasm or Herpes.

You would require a thorough examination by an apt physician to examine the involved dermatome to rule out Herpes. Herpes presents with a rash over the involved dermatome associated with severe burning sensation of that area.

Also, an x-ray of the cervical spine is required to confirm the diagnosis of paraspinal muscle spasm.

Hope this answers your query; I would be available for the follow up queries.

Regards
Dr. Naveen Kumar N
ENT and Head & Neck Surgeon

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T