How Should Pain On The Right Side Of The Head Radiating To The Neck Be Managed?

Posted on Sun, 5 Aug 2018

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Question : I am currently suffering pain on the right side of my head, behind the year extending to my neck. It is mild pain and my neck hurts when I twist it. over the counter pain meds do not help. pressing on the area also produces pain.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Pinched nerve suspected

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

It seems like your pain comes from a pinched nerve of neck.
The pinched nerve may be caused by spondylitis, arthritis or trauma. You should visit a doctor for an X-ray of neck or MRI or SCAN to diagnose it.

Meanwhile, take anti inflationary drugs like Advil or naproxen.
Use ice package or warm compresses.
Your doctor may prescribe also muscle relaxants.
The treatment also may include corticosteroid injections.

Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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

Follow up: Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (8 hours later)

Thank you for your answer. Since I asked this question, my headache is getting worse, along with the neck pain. The headache pain is mostly in the front of my head and I am experiencing some weakness in my right hand. I do not have an upset stomach or any other issues.

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Do you think the headaches are related? It is a throbbing headache that seems to be gradually worsening each day.

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Pinched nerve

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Even the weaknesses in your hand is due to pinched nerve.
Have rest and lay down in order to reduce pressure on it and put ice.
Since naproxen is not working you can use any narcotics such oxycodone for pain or oral steroids to reduce swelling.
Go to doctor as soon as possible for corticosteroids injection at injury site.

Best regards.

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Brief Answer:
Headache is related to pinched nerve

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Of course, the headache is related to all other symptoms of pinched nerve.
I am pretty sure about it.
Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D