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I woke up this morning and my neck was painfull when turning or tilting my neck to the left. what can this be and how can i fix it?

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Dr. Brenda Sabrina Salgado Granados answered

Neck pain: For how you describe it, it's a muscular pain, caused by a bad sleeping position. You can try with some warm compresses and and anti-inflammatory ointment. Try not to make sudden movements and do not lift any heavy things until the pain is gone.

Answered 6/27/2019

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A member asked:

I woke up this morning and my neck was painfull when turning or tilting my neck to the left. what can this be and how can i fix it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brenda Sabrina Salgado Granados answered

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