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Suggest Treatment For Sharp Neck Pain

27 YO, generally healthy male, 1/2 pack a day smoker, with an interesting development. over the last week, iv been experiencing a very sharp pain in my neck. It builds from a barely noticeble dull pain to a (in about 1 to 2 seconds) Very intense sharp pain that lasts ~3 seconds before quickly dissipating. Pain is located in the left side of the neck (my left) about 1 Inch diagonally above my adams apple. Today this has occured at least 6 times.
Mon, 4 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp neck pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like poor posture , working at a desk for too long ,injury or arthritis . There are other reasons also like cervical spondylosis . I would suggest you to use cervical pillow with expert advice , apply warm compresses on neck , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for prin . If condition doesn't get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan, or MRI to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with physical therapy and stretching exercises .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Sharp Neck Pain

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp neck pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like poor posture , working at a desk for too long ,injury or arthritis . There are other reasons also like cervical spondylosis . I would suggest you to use cervical pillow with expert advice , apply warm compresses on neck , take proper rest and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for prin . If condition doesn t get well then consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan, or MRI to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory along with physical therapy and stretching exercises . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari