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What causes pain at the top of the back right below the neck?

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Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

Pain at the top : Her back ? Could be cervical disc syndrome , if it is bothering u see u lpcp for evaluation.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 4/30/2016

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A member asked:

What causes pain at the top of the back right below the neck?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

Dr Altman agreed

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