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I get prickling sensation and stiffness and pain in my neck. i am 56, male, smoker, and wonder if these are symptoms of arthritis?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

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Neck pain: Neck pain could be arthritis, stenosis, or irritated nerve root.

Answered 12/1/2013

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A member asked:

I get prickling sensation and stiffness and pain in my neck. i am 56, male, smoker, and wonder if these are symptoms of arthritis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michalski answered

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