Question 1

sharp pain in my collarbone & neck on the right side when i inhale, tence up or cough. it's been like this for the past 2 hours. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

It's likely muscle: Strain and bone pain from coughing. U can take tylenol (acetaminophen) and cough meds for now. Follow up with ur dr for any concerns. Take care!

Question 2

sharp pain in collarbone at base of neck (broke 1year ago). painful when try to sit up from lying down and sore to touch.

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Have it looked at: I would recommend having it looked at.  Consider seeing and osteopathic physician whom could adjust it if it is out of alignment.

Question 3

what is sharp pain in the collarbone area between neck and shoulder on right side?

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MANY possibilities: Numerous possibilities:  In that region are found bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, lymph nodes, apex of lung, nerves, and I probably forgot some!  If you have a lump there, see a doctor promptly.  If pain persists, see doctor  to tell him/her where it hurts, when, how often, etc.  Without these details and a physical exam, we can only speculate.

Question 4

weird sharp pain in the muscle above my collarbone by my neck on the left side.  should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Neck pain: Most likely sprain. If persisting or getting worse you should see a doctor.

Question 5

repeat bouts of sharp pain under left collarbone that spreads to left neck & shoulder. painkillers, heat & massage don't work. no previous trauma.

Accepted Answer

Shoulder pain: Consider pectoralis strain, trapezius strain, cuff tear, ac joint sprain, referred cervical radicular pain. Check with your orthopedic surgeon with additional imaging.

Question 6

i've had a very sharp pain under collarbone to left shoulder and neck for 7 months and no medication works. xray and blood tests came back clear. what else can i do?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It may help to see a pain specialist.

Question 7

i have a knot between my breast that is painful when touched.  i have also been experiencing a sharp pain in my neck right at the collarbone area. could these be connected. i had 2 disk replaced in my neck in 2009 so i am not sure if the neck pain is comi

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Sounds more like a : Costochondritis or inflammation of the cartilage in that area rather than a neck problem.  It usually is self limiting and is typically see. After a cold or flu illness.  Otc medication can help.  If it persists, see your doctor.

Question 8

sharp  pain in right side of neck itno collar bone on inhalation. ?

Accepted Answer

Scalene the pain: Hope you pardon the pun. The scalene muscles live on both sides of neck. Ive seen thousands of patients who report neck pain/discomfort and without fail, always the scalene muscles are so tight they are painful. get them stretched out. keep your shoulders down and neck stretched up. even when lifting with arms, keep your shoulders down. find s scalene muscle stretch from local physical therapist

Question 9

i have a tingling burning in my left shoulder blade and when i press the back of my neck under my skull i get a sharp pain in my collar bone?

Accepted Answer

Cervical pathology: This seems to be coming from your neck.  There are different possibilities as to what could be causing it but disc bulges compressing nerve and/or facet joint are two poss.  The referred pain noticed on palpation of neck could be nyofascial in nature.

Question 10

i have a sharp pain on my collarbone. i'm a 27 year old female. i can't remember injuring it but it's been getting worse for the past two weeks.

Accepted Answer

Needs X-ray: Steadily worsening long bone pain isn't normal for someone your age - especially when it isn't a weight bearing bone.  I would suggest you talk to your doctor about getting an X-ray.  Hope this helps.

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Sharp pain in my collarbone & neck on the right side when i inhale, tence up or cough. it's been like this for the past 2 hours. should i be worried?

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Sharp pain in collarbone at base of neck (broke 1year ago). painful when try to sit up from lying down and sore to touch.

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What is sharp pain in the collarbone area between neck and shoulder on right side?

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Weird sharp pain in the muscle above my collarbone by my neck on the left side. should i be worried?

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Repeat bouts of sharp pain under left collarbone that spreads to left neck & shoulder. painkillers, heat & massage don't work. no previous trauma.

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I've had a very sharp pain under collarbone to left shoulder and neck for 7 months and no medication works. xray and blood tests came back clear. what else can i do?

A member asked:

I have a knot between my breast that is painful when touched. i have also been experiencing a sharp pain in my neck right at the collarbone area. could these be connected. i had 2 disk replaced in my neck in 2009 so i am not sure if the neck pain is comi

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Sharp pain in right side of neck itno collar bone on inhalation. ?

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I have a tingling burning in my left shoulder blade and when i press the back of my neck under my skull i get a sharp pain in my collar bone?

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I have a sharp pain on my collarbone. i'm a 27 year old female. i can't remember injuring it but it's been getting worse for the past two weeks.

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