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What should i do about this bone in the back of my neck the bone is sticking it is so painful i barely can keep my head up?

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Dr. Yakub Pothiawala answered

Pain: Anyof the buldging disc of vertibrea can cause pain, cervical coller and antiinflamatory drug will help. Best to visit the orthopedic for advice, MRI of neck will provide more information and treatment.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/24/2016

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A member asked:

What should i do about this bone in the back of my neck the bone is sticking it is so painful i barely can keep my head up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yakub Pothiawala answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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