What Causes Left-sided Heaviness In Head, Neck And Shoulder Pain?

Posted on Sun, 29 Mar 2015

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Question : doctor,i am experiencing heaviness on the left side of the head for last one month and there is pain in the neck and shoulder.recently i recovered from cough and cold and i took azithral 500 6 no.tabs

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (44 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You are most probably having sinusitis with myalgia.

Detailed Answer:
Hi, Thanks for the query.

I have read your query , reviewed your medications and understand your concern.

As per your clinical history it appears that you are most probably having sinusitis with myalgia .

If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you
Steam Inhalation twice daily,
Paracetamol 650 mg for pain & heaviness twice daily &
Antihistaminic tablet allegra once in night .

You will get relief .

Hope it is helpful to you . If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

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