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How Can Stiffness In The Neck Be Treated?

I have had a stiff neck for over 2 weeks now..and have swollen..but painless lymph nodes above my collarbone..it is also somewhat painful and a little swollen at the base of my neck..and am looking for some type of answer as to what may have caused this to happen
Thu, 5 Oct 2017
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stiffness in the neck . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like cervical spondylosis , cervical radiculopathy , migraine or muscle spasm . The symptoms can also occur due to lymphadenopathy , so consult ENT specialist ,who may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory .I would suggest you to apply warm compresses on neck and take proper rest , and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or MRI along with physical examination of the neck . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory or recommend physical therapy along with stretching exercises .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Stiffness In The Neck Be Treated?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have stiffness in the neck . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like cervical spondylosis , cervical radiculopathy , migraine or muscle spasm . The symptoms can also occur due to lymphadenopathy , so consult ENT specialist ,who may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory .I would suggest you to apply warm compresses on neck and take proper rest , and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain . Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or MRI along with physical examination of the neck . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant along with anti inflammatory or recommend physical therapy along with stretching exercises . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari