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I think im having a muscle spasm at de back of my head near base of skull help?

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Dr. Atif Malik answered

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Use NSAIDs: Anti-inflammatory could help as first step, if pain and spasm persists then see your doctor.

Answered 4/13/2018

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A member asked:

I think im having a muscle spasm at de back of my head near base of skull help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Atif Malik answered

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