Q: tmj ( no jaw joint damage on x-ray ) -ear symptoms for over a yr-going. now stiffness in front of ear+ stiff neck and fluttering in head.will this go?

Re-evaluate: Tmj\tmd is not something that you generally just treat and it's cured. There are many contributing factors and episodes of stress, not wearing an appliance, gum chewing, etc. Can cause ongoing symptoms. When was the last time you saw your dentist for an evaluation? Are you following all instructions? See your dentist and perhaps an ENT specialist to rule out any medical issues.

Question 1

last week. i had stiff neck but since then i still have stiffness in my neck and in my shoulders?

Accepted Answer

Heat & exercises : Without more information,  it is not possible to  try to determine the cause of your pain. Would recommend trying an otc  NSAID along  with stretching exercises. If the pain persists then you need to see your pcp.

Question 2

i'm having stiff neck and shoulder muscles. how can i  ease the stiffness?

Accepted Answer

Mostly just time: For most muscular symptom presentations in the neck, it takes a little time to  clear.  Sometimes, this may be an initial symptom of another problem like a disc herniation but those usually resolve with time.  If you smoke, stop.  Local heat application may help as can simple stretching of the neck while showering and avoiding prolonged positioning.  Otc medication may help if no contraindications.

Question 3

fever and stiff neck, difficulty turning my head. came on pretty suddenly and haven't had this stiffness before. thoughts?

Accepted Answer

These are worrisome: symtoms and may represent an inflammation of the meninges. You should be evaluated by a health care provider as soon as possible to exclude meningitis. Go soon and don't delay.

Question 4

tmj ( no jaw joint damage on x-ray ) -ear symptoms for over a yr-going. now stiffness in front of ear+ stiff neck and fluttering in head.will this go?

Accepted Answer

Re-evaluate: Tmj	md is not something that you generally just treat and it's cured.  There are many contributing factors and episodes of stress, not wearing an appliance, gum chewing, etc. Can cause ongoing symptoms.  When was the last time you saw your dentist for an evaluation?  Are you following all instructions?  See your dentist and perhaps an ENT specialist to rule out any medical issues.

Question 5

what are some remedies for stiffness? i currently have a stiff neck, ankle and knee from a combination of working out and looking down at my textbook

Accepted Answer

Hot water: Definitely!  The Japanese knew about this centuries ago - hence their tradition of onsen.  A hot bath or shower will do wonders! Of course rest and stretching of tired muscles even with some massage thrown in can do wonders. Best to 'listen' to your body... Pain is the language it uses to tell you 'stop doing' this or that. It helps to pay attention sometimes.  Now I recommend taking it easy.

Question 6

stiff neck, headache, and cough that won't go away..ideas?

Accepted Answer

Stiff neck and cough: Call your doctor... Worse case is meningitis but there are lots of other possibilities.

Question 7

can a dry cough for 2 months be a sign of early hiv? 4th gen duo p24 test non reactive at 33 days. cough wont go away. stiff neck?

Accepted Answer

: You keep asking about various symptoms that have nothing to do with HIV. Cough and stiff neck also are not HIV symptoms, and you cannot have HIV symptoms starting 6 months after exposure, or in presence of a negative AgAb (4th generation) HIV blood test. Accept the reality you do not have HIV, but if you need additional reassurance, have another AgAb test now, then move on.

Question 8

injury (punch) to the back of the neck and side of face. headache that wont go away and stiff neck pain upon movement.

Accepted Answer

Punch/Headache: You may have suffered a concussion and perhaps damage to your neck.  Please see your doctor.  Peace and good health.

Question 9

i woke up with a really stiff neck, i cant move it at all (side to side or down) but can tilt it back a little bit. how can i tell if its something serious? how can i help it go away?

Accepted Answer

You can't/shouldn't: You can't tell if it's serious or not. That's not your role in this. If you don't know what the cause is, there's no way to know how to make it go away. See your doctor.

Question 10

how long does it take for torticollis/stiff neck to go away?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the : Cause- from several days to weeks for most conditions. If it persists or worsens, see your doctor.

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Last week. i had stiff neck but since then i still have stiffness in my neck and in my shoulders?

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I'm having stiff neck and shoulder muscles. how can i ease the stiffness?

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Fever and stiff neck, difficulty turning my head. came on pretty suddenly and haven't had this stiffness before. thoughts?

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Tmj ( no jaw joint damage on x-ray ) -ear symptoms for over a yr-going. now stiffness in front of ear+ stiff neck and fluttering in head.will this go?

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What are some remedies for stiffness? i currently have a stiff neck, ankle and knee from a combination of working out and looking down at my textbook

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Stiff neck, headache, and cough that won't go away..ideas?

A member asked:

Can a dry cough for 2 months be a sign of early hiv? 4th gen duo p24 test non reactive at 33 days. cough wont go away. stiff neck?

A member asked:

Injury (punch) to the back of the neck and side of face. headache that wont go away and stiff neck pain upon movement.

A member asked:

I woke up with a really stiff neck, i cant move it at all (side to side or down) but can tilt it back a little bit. how can i tell if its something serious? how can i help it go away?

A member asked:

How long does it take for torticollis/stiff neck to go away?

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