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What Causes Severe Pain In Neck From The Shoulders To The Base Of Skull?
Question: My neck hurts on the right side from my shoulder to the base of my skull. Really hurts. All the time even with a heating pad and an ice pack. I am exhausted all the time and cannot sleep. April 1,2015 I had to have a stent put in my heart. I am a 66 year old female. On a scale from 0-10 the pain is a 9.99. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
I will advise you MRI spine.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
I will advise you MRI spine.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief.
Neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
I will advise you MRI spine.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
I have read your query.
I will advise you MRI spine.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and Tens may give you relief.
Neurotropic medication like pregabalin and methylcobalamine can be started consulting your doctor.
I hope I have answered your questions. If you have further questions please feel free to contact us. I will be happy to answer. Take care.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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