Question 1

what might cause skin discolouration on the spine?

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

Question 2

what could cause skin discoloration all over my back?

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Tinea Versicolor: Tinea versicolor is a common yeast infection of the skin that often affects adolescents and young adults. The term versicolor refers to the fact that it causes the affected skin to change color and become either lighter or darker than surrounding skin. Treatment can be with prescription Nizoral (ketoconazole) tablets although the condition will return as there is no cure.

Question 3

how can i get rid of skin discoloration on neck, chest, torso, and back?

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Skin discoloration : There are both over the counter and prescription formula creams that can get rid of skin discoloration. See your physician to determine which is the correct one for you.

Question 4

dark circles on skin, not risen. just skin discoloration. on upper back, neck, and groin region.

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? Hyperpigmentation: Darkened skin, for several reasons, post infection/ inflammation, side effect of creams ointments, side effect of a drug, (photosensitivity), etc.. See a dermatologist for better management, best wishes

Question 5

my skin burns like its sunburned but it isn't  and i have a pain along my spine. does this sounds like a symptom of chiari malformation?

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Depends were: it depends were the burning is and were in your spine it hurts.  we need more detail.  al this tells me is that something is irritating a nerve.  for us to tell you were the problem is, you have to tell us were you are having symptoms

Question 6

painful back spasms along spine, heavy pressure feeling in head. go to the doctor or er?

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Doctor: Chest tightness is a serious medical condition. It is always a red flag and appointment with your pcp is warranted. Rec.: see your pcp for further investigation. Take care.

Question 7

what is the best way to recover from a neck crank in jiu-jitsu? my head was pulled in towards my chest and for the past week and a half i have been having pain in between my shoulder blades, along my spine?

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: Common for muscle strain in neck to last many weeks (occasionally even months) - worse in neck because you really can’t stop turning it all day (and night). NSAIDs (naproxen, ibuprofen) will help, won’t cure. Also local moist warmth.

If tingling, weakness or numbness down 1 or both arms, to ER now. Rare but serious bone fracture not impossible.

Question 8

i have sharp pain in neck when i move head back and it moves along spine and my arm numb, can you tell me what is it?

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Everything connects: Whenever you extend your head back. It affecting your circulation to your neck, spine, as well as to your arm. So to begin with, see your doctor, and have it checked out to make sure it isn't something more serious. Peace of mind means a lot. Also, refrain from extending your head back until you see your doctor.

Question 9

pain in both sides of face along sinus an jaw and ears and back of head with feeling of swollen full spine  dizziness  bad pain episodes every 2 month?

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The question is -: Have you had a thorough evaluation of this problem. A medical assessment is the place to start. Take care.

Question 10

i have a spot on my spine that is very sore and along my right side from my back to my stomach my skin is painful to touch on the surface. no rashes or signs of other symptom. a little dizzy.

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Checkup: Not sure what the spot is due to.  The peripheral nerves run in a linear pattern along the back. The area you are describing corresponds to the Thoraic or mid back vertebra. The dizzy part is most concerning. Could be getting shingles, herniated disc.  vestibular involvement due to a URI. See a Doctor for checkup.

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What might cause skin discolouration on the spine?

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What could cause skin discoloration all over my back?

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How can i get rid of skin discoloration on neck, chest, torso, and back?

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Dark circles on skin, not risen. just skin discoloration. on upper back, neck, and groin region.

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My skin burns like its sunburned but it isn't and i have a pain along my spine. does this sounds like a symptom of chiari malformation?

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Painful back spasms along spine, heavy pressure feeling in head. go to the doctor or er?

A member asked:

What is the best way to recover from a neck crank in jiu-jitsu? my head was pulled in towards my chest and for the past week and a half i have been having pain in between my shoulder blades, along my spine?

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I have sharp pain in neck when i move head back and it moves along spine and my arm numb, can you tell me what is it?

A member asked:

Pain in both sides of face along sinus an jaw and ears and back of head with feeling of swollen full spine dizziness bad pain episodes every 2 month?

A member asked:

I have a spot on my spine that is very sore and along my right side from my back to my stomach my skin is painful to touch on the surface. no rashes or signs of other symptom. a little dizzy.

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