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I'm having some pain in the back of my neck. when i lean my head back i feel a lot of pressure at the base of my neck. what can i do to relieve this type of pain?

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Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Why do you have a pa: in in the neck? You should be seen by your doc to help determine the cause of the pain in your neck, Once we know that then we can figure out a reasonable solution for you.

Answered 4/13/2016

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A member asked:

I'm having some pain in the back of my neck. when i lean my head back i feel a lot of pressure at the base of my neck. what can i do to relieve this type of pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Gordon answered

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