Carotidynia

What is Carotidynia?

Carotidynia is a condition in which there is one-sided tenderness of the carotid artery near the bifurcation. The common cause of carotidynia is migraine. The other cause is inflammation of the Carotid artery which is less common.

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Is there any diagnosis of inflammation of the carotid artery sheath that can cause pain starting in the ear, travelling down the neck and into the...

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Brief Answer:
carotidynia, requires ultrasound neck/ MRI

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I had gone through your question and understand your concerns that...

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I have a blocked ear that sometimes hurts and discomfort in my throat both on the right side only. Saw ENT who said they only could see some...

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Yes,congestion in the nose can cause blockage of ear and throat discomfort

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Hi,thank you for posting your query on...

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Two years ago, after a flight from east coast to west coast, I came home with severe jet lag (so I thought) and was unable to hold a standing pose...

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Not to worry.

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Welcome to Health care Magic. Thank you for posting your query.
I can understand your concern....

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