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Sometimes when i want to turn my head, i experience sharp pain as if my neck will dislocate. this is is more so on my left side just below my ear.

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Dr. Rowan Paul answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Facet or cervical: Probably a mildly unstable or irritated Facet joint. in your upper cervical spine. Especially if there is a history of trauma. I would get cervical xrays including flexion extension, and odontoid views to better assess. See a sports med or spine surgeon to best evaluate this.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Sometimes when i want to turn my head, i experience sharp pain as if my neck will dislocate. this is is more so on my left side just below my ear.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rowan Paul answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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