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What can cause anterior neck pain that comes and goes? occurs on both sides of windpipe, near carotid arteries. been happening for 6 months.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doc: There is no way to tell what the problem may be without a direct inspection and examination of the area involved. If this has been present for 6 months, it is high time you consult your doctor.

Dr Cremers and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/21/2016

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