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What Do Neck Stiffness, Sore Throat, Fever And Sweating Indicate?

Posted on Mon, 27 Nov 2017

Question: Sure
I have stiffness in my neck, a slight sore throat, sweating, a slight fever. No real congestion though.

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Take tylenol only!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks so much for this query.

This sounds like pharyngitis. I will recommend tylenol 1000mg thrice daily, ONLY. Stop advil, motrin and aspirin as these increase your risk of stomach pain and bleeding.

In addition, drink much water and consciously move the head and neck in all directions to improve relief the stiffness.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. feel free to follow up with me if need be.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Ivo Ditah (1 minute later)

Thank you - is this condition contagious?

Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Probably viral, contagious but requires no isolation!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

It's probably caused by a virus and can be transmitted to others. However, you would not be excluded from any gathering or activity because of this.

I wish you well.

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar