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I get a pulsating pain starting from the middle of my back working it way upward to the base of neck and skull. painful, takes my breath away?
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Need to examine: You may take over the counter pain medication such as acetaminophen. It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor and discuss if you may be depressed. Counter-intuitive as it may seem, exercise may help. Start with low intensity exercise such as walking and gradually increase the intensity as tolerated.
Answered 3/17/2018
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