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What Causes Chronic Neck Pain Radiating To Left Side Of Head, Ear And Shoulders?
Hi! my name is Denise, for 2years now i ve been suffering from neck pain from time to time, seems though that my muscles tend to harden,pain radiates on the left side of my head,ear, cheek bone, neck and all the way down to my shoulder. Lately my ribs hurts, could one herniated disc cause all of this???
Mon, 20 Apr 2020
Hello,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to occipital neuralgia.
I suggest using painkillers such as Ibuprofen to relieve the headache.
I also suggest massage of the neck and physical therapy.
If the symptoms continue, you should see a neurologist for further evaluation.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Your symptoms seem to be related to occipital neuralgia.
I suggest using painkillers such as Ibuprofen to relieve the headache.
I also suggest massage of the neck and physical therapy.
If the symptoms continue, you should see a neurologist for further evaluation.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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