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What Causes Left Sided Neck Pain And Low Blood Oxygen Levels?
my 84 year old father has had severe left side neck pain that radiates to the top of his head. chewing food makes the pain worse. he is taking Norco for pain management. today he cannot stay awake. his right arm has started jerking today. also, blood oxygen is low today and has had to use his oxygen all day. he usually only needs his oxygen at night when he sleeps. the constant sleeping is concerning. BP is 128/70.
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Your father's symptoms are concerning for possible meningitis, which is the infection o meninges (covering of brain). Neurological examination, CSF analysis are required to confirm the diagnosis. It is also important to initiate treatment early. So please be advised to follow up with urgent care.
Regards Dr.Lekshmi
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What Causes Left Sided Neck Pain And Low Blood Oxygen Levels?
Hello Thank you for trusting HealthcareMagic for your health concern Your father s symptoms are concerning for possible meningitis, which is the infection o meninges (covering of brain). Neurological examination, CSF analysis are required to confirm the diagnosis. It is also important to initiate treatment early. So please be advised to follow up with urgent care. Regards Dr.Lekshmi