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A member asked:

I have been suffering from a bad cold for a week. now when i cough i get slight neck pain but it doesn't hurt at other times. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Prob. not: you may have sprained neck muscles from coughing.If pain worsens, see doctor.

Answered 4/29/2016

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