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20yrs software developer,have moderate,sharp pain back of neck right just below skull.almost constant.should i see neurologist or physiatrist?thanks!
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Podiatrist.: I am a neurologist, that pain your suffering is most likely musculoskeletal. This is usually due to arthritis in the neck, or some type of recent or previous injury causing spasms and instability. I would see if is iatrist first to see if this could be managed as conservatively as possible
Answered 6/23/2016
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Neurologist: unlikely to be due to a serious cause but have a check up if it continues
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