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When i move my neck a lot, theres a sharp electric like pain from my ear down the neck. it only happens once or twice a day and only happens the days when i move my neck a lot (work). its really painful and sometimes make me flinch. what is this?

Q: when i move my neck a lot, theres a sharp electric like pain from my ear down the neck. it only happens once or twice a day and only happens the days when i move my neck a lot (work). its really painful and sometimes make me flinch. what is this?

: Your symptoms are suggestive of Lhermitte’ s sign, commonly seen in conditions affecting the cervical spine. If symptoms persist see your doc for an exam and proper work up.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Your symptoms are suggestive of Lhermitte’ s sign, commonly seen in conditions affecting the cervical spine. If symptoms persist see your doc for an exam and proper work up.

Answered 9/13/2022

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A member asked:

When i move my neck a lot, theres a sharp electric like pain from my ear down the neck. it only happens once or twice a day and only happens the days when i move my neck a lot (work). its really painful and sometimes make me flinch. what is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

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