Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

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???
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Twitter Sat, 18 Apr 2020 Answered on
Twitter Mon, 20 Apr 2020 Last reviewed on
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
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 find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Spinal disc herniation


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes Chronic Neck Pain Radiating To Left Side Of Head, Ear And Shoulders?

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