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Should i see a doctor if my shoulder and neck pain haven't went away after a week?

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Yes: Usually a week to 10 days is enough time for those pains to improve on their own, if they are going to. Longer pain strongly suggests they are going to need other treatment instead of just rest

Answered 11/20/2016

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A member asked:

Should i see a doctor if my shoulder and neck pain haven't went away after a week?

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Dr. Patrick Connerly answered

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