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I have a pain in the back of my neck going up to my head. it hurts when i cough. what is the cause.

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Dr. Vasu Brown answered

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Neck strain or disc : Need traction use inversion table daily for 15-20 minutes will relax the neck by traction- there are other inexpensive traction device like trueback, proneck which also helps. Take orally anti- inflammatory medication like magnesium salicylate which is otc and helps relax muscles.

Answered 11/2/2016

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A member asked:

I have a pain in the back of my neck going up to my head. it hurts when i cough. what is the cause.

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