Question 1

meaning of skin rash at base of spine?

Accepted Answer

Benign: Probably not a sign of any spinal disorder.

Question 2

the base of my spine sticks out since loosing weight, the skin is sore and broken what can i do to avoid it keep happening?

Accepted Answer

Pressure over bones: Our skin is made to take pressure, deeper tissues are not. When you lost weight, you also lost some of the deeper fatty protective tissue and now any pressure/friction /shearing directly pushes your skin into the spine causing injury. You need to protect this area by applying a good protective skin cream or simple dressings until healed.  Reposition yourself frequently or use a cushion to the area.

Question 3

i have throbbing pain at the back of my head, top of spine base of back of neck, hurts when i go to standing or move around, is this serious?

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Potentially: Headaches have the potential to be serious.  If this lasts more than 24 hours or develops additional symptoms, see your doctor.

Question 4

having pain & discomfort in neck from base of skull to shoulders. hurts to move head until i am able to pop my neck, which gives me relief. becoming more frequent and also sends sharp pains in my shoulders, down spine & into legs.

Accepted Answer

Get evaluated: signs of meningismus, may result from CNS condition; requires madical evaluation.

Question 5

i have a bad headache, pressure behind my eyes, head hurts when i shake it.i may have fever and pain at base of spine and down the back of my thighs?

Accepted Answer

Headache and fever: Please kindly seek medical attention by going to emergency room or at-least contact your own primary care physician as fever and headache can be detrimental. This could be just a viral infection as well but it's important to have a proper evaluation to ensure proper management.

Question 6

what could cause increasing muscle weakness in neck and constant aching weakness in upper spine area, hurts to hold up head, feels like neck and vessels are swelling, with pressure at base of head?

Accepted Answer

Possible : Nerve impingement in the cervical/  neck area, needs imaging study such as MRI of cervical area, possibly even brain. Have an evaluation as soon as possible to get relief.

Question 7

right side neck pain, ear pressure, heavy head, spot at base of skull sore. dr said c spine strain from x-ray.  been this way for 2 months.  any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Second opinion: With the symptoms that you have, and an answer that did not provide relief, you should obtain a second opinion, preferable from an ear, nose and throat specialist, as ear problems may produce these symptoms

Question 8

some needs to physically pull my head up from my spine in order to get temporary relief?

Accepted Answer

Head/neck symptoms: Pulling someone's head sounds like a dubious and potentially dangerous practice.  Apply a heat pack, try some acetaminophen and please see your doctor.

Question 9

loud cracking down my spine when i turn my head to the right, its painful. been happening for the last couple days?

Accepted Answer

TRY HEAT: STOP CRACKING YOUR SPINE FOR A FEW DAYS . APPLY HEAT FOR 10 MIN 3 OR 4 TIMES A DAY . MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A WELL SUPPORTED NECK WHEN YOU SLEEP. YOU CAN PURCHASE A C RING PILLO USED WHEN PEOPLE FLY.

Question 10

what might cause skin discolouration on the spine?

Accepted Answer

Lots: There are numerous diseases that could be causing this problem. See your dermatologist for treatment and evaluation.

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Meaning of skin rash at base of spine?

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The base of my spine sticks out since loosing weight, the skin is sore and broken what can i do to avoid it keep happening?

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I have throbbing pain at the back of my head, top of spine base of back of neck, hurts when i go to standing or move around, is this serious?

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Having pain & discomfort in neck from base of skull to shoulders. hurts to move head until i am able to pop my neck, which gives me relief. becoming more frequent and also sends sharp pains in my shoulders, down spine & into legs.

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I have a bad headache, pressure behind my eyes, head hurts when i shake it.i may have fever and pain at base of spine and down the back of my thighs?

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What could cause increasing muscle weakness in neck and constant aching weakness in upper spine area, hurts to hold up head, feels like neck and vessels are swelling, with pressure at base of head?

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Right side neck pain, ear pressure, heavy head, spot at base of skull sore. dr said c spine strain from x-ray. been this way for 2 months. any ideas?

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Some needs to physically pull my head up from my spine in order to get temporary relief?

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Loud cracking down my spine when i turn my head to the right, its painful. been happening for the last couple days?

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What might cause skin discolouration on the spine?

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