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What is it if i have a pain on the back side of my neck on the left side right about where the head meets the neck.

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Dr. Sarkis Barupian answered

Muscle strain: Depending on your activities you may have pulled a muscle. Try some warm compresses and otc meds to see if this relieves your pain. Otherwise see your doctor if you do not improve.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/11/2014

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A member asked:

What is it if i have a pain on the back side of my neck on the left side right about where the head meets the neck.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sarkis Barupian answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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