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What to do if constant headache and stiffness of the back of the neck?

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Many Possibilities: Depending on how long it's been going on, i would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist. Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis. Also could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc. Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.

Dr Maes and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/24/2017

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Dr. Qamar Khan answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Many Possibilities: Depending on how long it's been going on, i would consider an evaluation by a spine specialist. Sometimes it could be a muscle imbalance, early onset arthritis or scoliosis. Also could be a pinched nerve/herniated disc. Either way it might be good to figure it out and get appropriate treatment.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/12/2014

3.9k views

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