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Severe neck pain and tingly pinky finger in left hand. no pain in arm. is this radiculopathy? had same symptoms right side 2 months ago.

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Dr. Mark Fisher answered

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Maybe: It's possible, but radiculopathy is not something you should try to self-diagnose. You need a thorough history and neurologic exam by an experienced clinician, and, if the doc thinks you need it, C-spine MRI and/or EMG/NCS. I can't tell from your post if this is benign or serious. You should have it checked out.

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Answered 5/16/2016

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A member asked:

Severe neck pain and tingly pinky finger in left hand. no pain in arm. is this radiculopathy? had same symptoms right side 2 months ago.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mark Fisher answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

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