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Sharp Stabbing Pains At Top Of Spine. What Could Be The Reason?
Hi, I have been experiencing discomfort at the top of my spine, from the base of my neck to between my shoulder blades - it started as an intense itching, though there has never been any kind of rash . It s very hot in the area. Recently, I have been getting sharp stabbing pains/spasms that burn - a bit like pins and needles at it s worst! I don t know if I should bother my doctor with it as there is nothing to see, but it s driving me nuts! It s only happening in that localised area. It s been going on for about 8 months, and started when I was sick with glandular fever last November, though I m not assuming the two things are related. Many thanks, Eliz
Tue, 29 Oct 2013
hi i had gone through your query and understand your concerns. i would come up with the possibility of CERVICAL SPONDYLOSIS may be the cause your sufferings.
-it is caused by degenerative changes in that spines
MRI scanning is confirmatory diagnosis.
I hope this is helpful for you, thank you
-it is caused by degenerative changes in that spines
MRI scanning is confirmatory diagnosis.
I hope this is helpful for you, thank you
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