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A 18-year-old female asked:

I get mild headaches at the left back of my head every morning and stiffness/pain at the left side of my neck and shoulder. should i be worried?

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Dr. Norma Jo Waxmananswered

Family Medicine 35 years experience

Please see a doctor: Please see a doctor for a more thorough history and a physical exam. How long have these symptoms been going ? preceded by lifting or a new exercise ? Have you had fevers ? nausea or vomiting?Problems with balance or vision? I’m

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