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I sometimes get a pain in my neck, always the same area and it causes a headache on that side of my head (left). what could it be?

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Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

Possible disc issue: In the neck especially if referring to the back of the neck & head on the left. That would be a typical pattern of disc generated symptoms. If on the side or front of the neck or head then see your pcp as it is not related to your spine.

Answered 9/19/2013

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A member asked:

I sometimes get a pain in my neck, always the same area and it causes a headache on that side of my head (left). what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Thomas Dowling answered

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