Question 1

what is the definition or description of: limp neck?

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Limp neck: is caused by lack of muscle  strength and tone in neck muscles . It may occur with Hypotonia aka floppy baby syndrome.

Question 2

do people with a limp neck act like their neck is broken?

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As a rag doll: Those babies who has hypotonia (muscle weakness) don't have a strength in the neck muscles to hold their head up and act as a rag doll.

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Question 3

i noticed a small lump in the back of my throat right behind my tonsil that causes pain when i swallow. the limp is a light orange red color. cancer?

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Very unlikely: Go see your doctor for an exam.  Tonsil cancers are generally painless, often difficult to see by eye, and begin appearing usually in the 30s in non-smokers.

Question 4

what can cause neck injuries?

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Trauma, posture &...: Weakness. Whiplash or sudden traumatic forces are common causes but so are improper posture while sitting, bad ergonomics, and lack of exercise, movement. These cause weakness of the cervical muscles resulting in micro-instability and premature wear and tear of cervical spine, as well as strain on the neck.

Question 5

what causes neck to be swollen?

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Many things: This is one of those problems where a visit to your doctor is necessary to figure out what's going on.  Only after a thorough evaluation, including examination and possibly labs and other tests, can your doctor correctly diagnose you and treat you effectively.

Question 6

what causes night neck sweats

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Time to see your doc: Most of the time, nights sweats can come and go and aren't a sign of serious health problems.  However, if you recurrently experience night sweats, you should contact your doctor for a full history, exam and possible tests.

Question 7

what causes pain behind the neck?

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Muscles: The neck is held up by spinal bones, ligaments , tendons and muscles. Likely you have a tension type muscular skeletal dysfunction.
This is treated by OTC meds like Advil, Tylenol.  Also good for headache.
Massage, chiropractic manipulation can also relax the muscles and realign the natural curve in your neck.
See a doctor if not better in 24 hours for examination.

Question 8

what is the cause of bulbous neck?

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There are several: Without exam, not possible to tell, but most often related to overweight.  If not overweight, possibilities are thyroid gland elargement, lymph node enlargement, thyroglossal duct cyst.  Thyroid gland enlargement is most likely, probably.

Question 9

what are the causes for neck pains?

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Neck arthritis: There are several joints and intervertebral discs in the neck.  These can wear out over time leading to pain.  Degeneration of the joints or discs can cause neck pain, headaches, and sometimes shoulder pain.  You can also get neck pain from a muscle strain.  In some cases pain in the left side of the neck could be related to your heart so be sure to see your physician if your pain does not improve.

Question 10

what causes pain in neck on left side?

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Many possibilities: Most common reasons of neck pain are compromised posture (work, sleep etc), strained neck, and lack of exercise; these are likely muscular pains.  Other factors involve trauma, genetics, underlying medical illness etc.  Consult your pcp for starters.  Also try doing warm compresses for about 10-12 minutes twice daily.

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