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

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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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 2

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 3

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

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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 4

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 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

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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

is a stiff neck a anxiety symptom?!

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Possible: Although difficult to prove, if the anxiety is severe enough to cause marked muscle tension a stiff neck could develop.

Question 7

i have a few ms symptoms of which i am seeing a neuro.  two days ago,  i woke up with a stiff neck, and still today.  is that a ms symptom?

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Could be: It could be that your symptoms are from muscle spasm related to the MS. Or it could just be a muscle spasm from overuse or strain. If you have any other symptoms like fever or rash then you need to go to the emergency department as stiff neck with fever and rash can be a sign of meningitis. However, that is rare and if it is just a stiff neck it is probably spasm, try heat and advil (ibuprofen).

Question 8

woke up with bad stiff neck left side,4 days ago, still not much better,only symptom,dont want drugs from doc, are there exercises and remedies for me?

Accepted Answer

Below: Try using some warm moist packs to the neck 3 times per day for about 15 min each time.

If this is not effective, then you should see your DR.

Question 9

can the symptom "stiff neck" of spinal meningitis go away?

Accepted Answer

Spinal meningitis: Usually once the infection clears the symptoms of a stiff neck resolve but it can take some time as the infection irritates the membrane that goes around the spinal cord.

Question 10

does the symptom "stiff neck" of spinal meningitis also happen with many other colds, flus, etc...?

Accepted Answer

Stiff meck: Many viral infections result in muscle and joint aches such as stiff neck.

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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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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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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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Is a stiff neck a anxiety symptom?!

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I have a few ms symptoms of which i am seeing a neuro. two days ago, i woke up with a stiff neck, and still today. is that a ms symptom?

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Woke up with bad stiff neck left side,4 days ago, still not much better,only symptom,dont want drugs from doc, are there exercises and remedies for me?

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Can the symptom "stiff neck" of spinal meningitis go away?

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Does the symptom "stiff neck" of spinal meningitis also happen with many other colds, flus, etc...?

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