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Can sinus infection cause neck pain/stiffness?

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Dr. Amin Ashrafzadeh answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

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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