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I have neck pain, spasms. difficulty swallowing, lips get numb, choking sensation. worse if i carry something heavy. relief if i lay down.

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Dr. Murray Grossan answered

Cervical Symptoms: What you describe sounds like a disorder of the cervical spine. Perhaps there is a slipped disc or some change in the spinal column. Try hot shower to neck, GENTLY turn side to side for 3 minutes/day. If not relieved, need to get this checked by orthopedist.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/29/2017

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A member asked:

I have neck pain, spasms. difficulty swallowing, lips get numb, choking sensation. worse if i carry something heavy. relief if i lay down.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Murray Grossan answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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