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I have tension in my upper back on my left side and my neck which causes a headache on my left side. i am having balance issues. can this cause that?

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Neck pain: Yes. Arthritis in the neck or a cervical herniated disc can cause the symptoms that you describe including difficulty with balance and urinary retention. Begin with anti-inflammatory medications and stretching exercises to reduce the pain.

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Answered 7/19/2014

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