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I am on prednisone for 5 days, will my symptoms of cervical stenosis start up again, had pain go down arm, and arm still hurts, many muscle spasms.

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Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

You need to : Follow up with your doctor. The cervical stenosis can cause the problems you describe. It's possible the prednisone is simply not working. Perhaps a cervical collar would help?

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 7/11/2015

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A member asked:

I am on prednisone for 5 days, will my symptoms of cervical stenosis start up again, had pain go down arm, and arm still hurts, many muscle spasms.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Kass answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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