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I quit smoking alittle over a week ago and started the e cig and my neck stays stiff and sore but i have no lumps and bad sinus. do i need a doctor?

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Dr. Milton Mintz answered

Don't think: Smoking cessation (which is great!) has anything to do with stiffness- if it persists see pcp.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 3/21/2014

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A member asked:

I quit smoking alittle over a week ago and started the e cig and my neck stays stiff and sore but i have no lumps and bad sinus. do i need a doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Milton Mintz answered

Dr Iwata agreed

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