Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Stiffness in upper neck , base of skull. i've had it for about 2 months, can not find any relief .stabbing pains +can hardly move head?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Myofascial: This could be many things, from a simple sprain strain to myofascial neck pain to occipital neuralgia. Would advise you see a physiatrist or neurologist, who will determine first whether or not you need a ct scan of the head done, based on the severity and pattern of your headaches.
Answered 6/11/2015
5.4k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
For the last 2 days every time I move my head lower then shoulder height I get a sharp pain at the base of my skull and when I stand up I get a headache. Once I have the headache and I drop my head to below shoulder height I get the stabbing pain and the
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Two large hard bumps on head hidden by hair. Been using tgel for itching. One at base of skull on neck second near ear area. Pain to touch. Help?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Bite on top of head from horsefly. Two swollen glands popped at the base of the skull. Now another swollen on left side of neck. Is this normal?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
I am experiencing neck-stiffness turning my head pain at the base of my skull?
What could cause pain on front forehead right side and right side base of skull and right side neck stiffness Thank you?
I have a burning sensation on the side of my neck that runs into my face. It only burns when I touch the area and I get stabbing/burning pains randomly or with certain movements. I don't have muscle pain or neck stiffness.
Having pain & discomfort in neck from base of skull to shoulders. Hurts to move head until I am able to pop my neck, which gives me relief. Becoming more frequent and also sends sharp pains in my shoulders, down spine & into legs.
I've been having bad headaches at base of skull & in temples, with pain in neck & shoulders, it hurts my neck to move my head in downward position. ??
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
