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What Causes Pain On The Left Side Of The Neck?
I have a slight pain in the left side of my neck. Since I m aware of the potential gravity of this sort of pain, I thought I would inquire. I don t want to jump to conclusions since I do two things that could cause this ever so slight pain. I do neck exercises, front, back and both sides. I use a 45# plate and do 30 reps. I also have to sleep at an angle since I have a problem with reflux if I lie flat. Over time, this position has made my neck sore. Consequently, I m not sure if I have something to worry about or if I have a self induced problem. Please advise. Thanks
Tue, 2 May 2017
Hello,
Thank you for your query.
I believe it is self induced based on your query.
Would you clarify a few things for me, please?
*how old are you?
*what is your height and weight?
*do you smoke or consume alcohol?
*do you have any other medical issues or take any medications? Other than ones you already mentioned
*have you had any recent blood work or other tests done? If so what, and the results?
I recommend :
-try massaging your neck with an anti-inflammatory balm/gel after a warm bath or compresses. Apply cool compress over the area after an hour. Do this thrice a day.
If it helps then it is a muscle spasm and you may need to alter your position to get more comfortable.
If it worsens or you have pain in your arm, chest, any unexplained sweating, breathing difficulty, giddiness, light headedness, then you need to see a doctor right away.
In this case :
-a physician and cardiologist opinion
-blood tests (complete blood count, Thyroid stimulating hormone, kidney and liver function tests, lipid profile, blood glucose panel)
-an electrocardiogram and echocardiogram
-Xray of the cervical spine
Based on this we can arrive at a diagnosis and initiate appropriate treatment.
I do believe it is a muscle spasm due to improper position.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.
Wish you good health
Thank you for your query.
I believe it is self induced based on your query.
Would you clarify a few things for me, please?
*how old are you?
*what is your height and weight?
*do you smoke or consume alcohol?
*do you have any other medical issues or take any medications? Other than ones you already mentioned
*have you had any recent blood work or other tests done? If so what, and the results?
I recommend :
-try massaging your neck with an anti-inflammatory balm/gel after a warm bath or compresses. Apply cool compress over the area after an hour. Do this thrice a day.
If it helps then it is a muscle spasm and you may need to alter your position to get more comfortable.
If it worsens or you have pain in your arm, chest, any unexplained sweating, breathing difficulty, giddiness, light headedness, then you need to see a doctor right away.
In this case :
-a physician and cardiologist opinion
-blood tests (complete blood count, Thyroid stimulating hormone, kidney and liver function tests, lipid profile, blood glucose panel)
-an electrocardiogram and echocardiogram
-Xray of the cervical spine
Based on this we can arrive at a diagnosis and initiate appropriate treatment.
I do believe it is a muscle spasm due to improper position.
Hope this helps. Please let me know if there is anything else I can help you with.
Wish you good health
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