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Can sinus infection cause neck pain/stiffness?
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Generally No!: Sinus infection tend to cause frontal headache. Neck pain and stiffness should be looked at carefully in setting of a fever. Any light sensitivity? Should see a doctor emergently!
Answered 8/9/2020
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Yes there can be : Associated muscular symptoms and if the lymph nodes are inflamed they can make the neck feel stiff and painful as well.
Answered 12/8/2012
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