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What Causes A Hard And Painful Bump At The Base Of The Neck?

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Posted on Thu, 13 Oct 2016
Question: I have been told by my md I have arthritis in my neck... In the last month, I have felt a hard bone bump at the base of my neck and experienced a lot of pain.... Is this truly arthritis or osteoporosis?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (23 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
More likely to be arthritis!

Detailed Answer:
HI and thanks for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this pain. Osteoporosis is loss of bone mass. As such, feeling a hardened bone makes osteoporosis unlikely. Also, this may rather suggest a condition with bony outgrowths often referred to as osteophytosis. Ask your doctor if this is a possible cause of your symptoms.

Arthritis presents with swollen and painful articulations. They are usually warm to touch and hurt when mobilized. Let me know if this fits with your symptoms. Tylenol should be able to help with you pains. Hoe much do you take daily and how often is that done?

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to return to me for more information and clarifications if need be.

Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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What Causes A Hard And Painful Bump At The Base Of The Neck?

Brief Answer: More likely to be arthritis! Detailed Answer: HI and thanks for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this pain. Osteoporosis is loss of bone mass. As such, feeling a hardened bone makes osteoporosis unlikely. Also, this may rather suggest a condition with bony outgrowths often referred to as osteophytosis. Ask your doctor if this is a possible cause of your symptoms. Arthritis presents with swollen and painful articulations. They are usually warm to touch and hurt when mobilized. Let me know if this fits with your symptoms. Tylenol should be able to help with you pains. Hoe much do you take daily and how often is that done? I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to return to me for more information and clarifications if need be.