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What Causes Sudden Onset Of Stiff Neck And Pressure Sensation In Jaws And Back?
Question: I HAVE A STIFF NECK AND MY FACE AND BACK OF NECK AND ALONG JAW ARE NUMB. IT FEELS LIKE PRESSURE. CAME OUT OF NO WHERE DURING THE DAY
Brief Answer:
Cervical Spondylosis or CV Jn Anamoly : MRI and Clinical Examination Needed
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand that you have a stiff neck and your face, back of neck, along the jaw are numb. It feels like pressure
This is probably due to Cervical Spondylosis or CV Jn Anamoly
You need to consult a Neurosurgeon and Undergo
1. Clinical Examination
2. X Ray CV Jn and Cervical Spine
3. MRI CV Jn and Cervical Spine
Based on the findings in the above evaluation, further treatment can be initiated
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
Cervical Spondylosis or CV Jn Anamoly : MRI and Clinical Examination Needed
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J XXXXXXX Anto Bruno Mascarenhas, and I am here to help you. I have read your question with care and understand that you have a stiff neck and your face, back of neck, along the jaw are numb. It feels like pressure
This is probably due to Cervical Spondylosis or CV Jn Anamoly
You need to consult a Neurosurgeon and Undergo
1. Clinical Examination
2. X Ray CV Jn and Cervical Spine
3. MRI CV Jn and Cervical Spine
Based on the findings in the above evaluation, further treatment can be initiated
Hope you found the answer helpful.
If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions.
Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
-oOo-
PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback.
PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
I HAD MRI OF BACK RECENTLY FOUND NOTHING- AND HAD FULL NEURO IN 2013 WHEN THIS STARTED UP IN PAST. IF THIS IS ANSWER WHY HAS NOT FOUND ANYTHING.
Brief Answer:
MRI of CV Jn and Cervical Spine is Needed
Detailed Answer:
Dear Madam
You have had MRI of Back . That is MRI Dorsal Spine
We need MRI of CV Junction and MRI of Cervical Spine for the symptoms you have described
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
MRI of CV Jn and Cervical Spine is Needed
Detailed Answer:
Dear Madam
You have had MRI of Back . That is MRI Dorsal Spine
We need MRI of CV Junction and MRI of Cervical Spine for the symptoms you have described
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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