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Hi, i have been experiencing pain in the back of my head on the right side where it meets my neck...it gets worse when i bend over?

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Strain: It may be as simple as a sprain. I would try some moist heat and an anti-inflammatory such as Aleeve

Answered 4/19/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, i have been experiencing pain in the back of my head on the right side where it meets my neck...it gets worse when i bend over?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Fields answered

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