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What Causes Severe Left-sided Pain In Neck And Shoulder?
Posted on
Tue, 30 Dec 2014
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Tue, 30 Dec 2014
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Question : I have severe pain in the left side of my neck& shoulder. I've had a Pace Maker since a year ago last August.This pain almost makes me pass out. At first thought it's just a 'stiff' neck, but it is much more than than... Can you tell me what is going on?
Brief Answer:
Likely to be prolapsed disc at cervical spine.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
I have read complete details of your question.
It looks from your details that you are having pain at your neck radiating to your left shoulder.
This pain can be due to following reasons-
-Prolapse of disc in cervical spine.
-Cervical stenosis or narrowing of holes from where nerves exit.
-Cervical spondylsis.
-Stress.
-Deficiency of vitamin B12.
The most common reason for your symptoms looks to be prolapsed disc at cervical spine.
You should do following to have relief -
-At least have an x ray of cervical spine. Best will be to have a MRI of spine.
-Wear a cervical collar. This will at least give rest to your strained muscles.
-Avoid bending your neck at abnormal position for long time, like on computer.
-Do warm water fomentation with help of water bag over your neck.
-Take a good analgesic like combination of tramadol with paracetamol.
-Test for levels of vitamin B12, If low do take Vitamin B12 supplements.
-Take help of a physiotherapist. He will be able to give your relief by intermittent traction, ultrasonic therapy etc.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Likely to be prolapsed disc at cervical spine.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
I have read complete details of your question.
It looks from your details that you are having pain at your neck radiating to your left shoulder.
This pain can be due to following reasons-
-Prolapse of disc in cervical spine.
-Cervical stenosis or narrowing of holes from where nerves exit.
-Cervical spondylsis.
-Stress.
-Deficiency of vitamin B12.
The most common reason for your symptoms looks to be prolapsed disc at cervical spine.
You should do following to have relief -
-At least have an x ray of cervical spine. Best will be to have a MRI of spine.
-Wear a cervical collar. This will at least give rest to your strained muscles.
-Avoid bending your neck at abnormal position for long time, like on computer.
-Do warm water fomentation with help of water bag over your neck.
-Take a good analgesic like combination of tramadol with paracetamol.
-Test for levels of vitamin B12, If low do take Vitamin B12 supplements.
-Take help of a physiotherapist. He will be able to give your relief by intermittent traction, ultrasonic therapy etc.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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