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Hi there i have a soreness to the touch on my left side fron neck area. what can cause this?

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Depends on the cause: Neck pain may be due to: trauma (fracture, sprains, arthritis), infection, metabolic conditions (gout), structural or biomechanical abnormality, or nerve damage. A thorough history and physical exam by a professional and possibly some laboratory and radiology exams may help to determine the right cause and appropriate treatment.

Answered 5/5/2016

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