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I have a problem of mild headache with stiff neck in the back side of the head for about 5 days , when i turn head , i feel mild pain and headache. Now, i am taking antibiotic and painkiller for tonsillitis. My question is that does Tonsillitis cause headache and stiff neck ... ?

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no tonsillitis usually presents with throat pain ur headache may not be related to that may be due to migraine or high BP or any other pathology ...  Read More

Hi Doctor I have headache and stiff neck when the wind blows hard and during winter What should I do?

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Experiencing neck pain in right lower side of neck. Also infrequent headache + stiffness. get relieves when having hot water treatment.

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Its may be muscle tightness pain or may be postural. Due to concentration work trapezius muscles become tight and then loss of curvature of cervical spine and degeneration will be start.n headache is ...  Read More

I am experiencing headache all the time and stiffness in neck is there . I feel tired and sleepy despite being slept for 6-7 hrs .

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I am getting strong headache and stiffness in neck. I am having stress too as I am a student. Headache goes if I apply icepack but headache is unbearable. I can't bear it. I had this headache since August but I tried massages that time I used to get temporary relief but I want permanent relief.

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This could be migraine or tension type headache. ...  Read More

Hi Docs, This is what my MRI says. Please suggest way forward .. I am suffering from severe headaches from Past 15 days and neck stiff

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Could be unrelated. Need further details ...  Read More

Hi doctors. I'm 3 months pregnant and since yesterday I'm having a headache. It's so painful and annoying that I'm not able to do any work. Even the back of my head hurts. My neck and shoulder is also paining and is stiff. I sleep without a pillow. Please suggest medication.

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Do relaxation exercises like deep breathing. Avoid stress Thanks ...  Read More

I suffer from headache which starts from Neck and i feel pain in turning head. My neck and mid back muscless get stiff .I have tried a paracetamol,Etoshine MR .

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Your muscles are in spasm. These medicines have limited role. Need some more details before advising further management. ...  Read More

I have developed a severe headache and neck stiffness post CSF test, How can this be cured ? I can barely move my neck when I stand

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Why was the CSF test done? Was any infection suspected? What are the results of the test? Post lumbar puncture headache is common.you need to lie down and rest for a few days and also take plenty of o ...  Read More

From few days due to stiff neck i feel tightness of nerves in head which has been causing headache continuously and when i tried to wash(hot water) my hair my head was feeling extremely tight(top and back of head) and unbearable throbbing pain. I've been taking the meds from my local ENT. What could be the reason of neck and head nerves tightening

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This could be a cervical muscle spasm. This will cause severe neck pain. ...  Read More

Can we use Migrabeta tr 40 for migrane headache or only its a BP tablet Can anyone please explain the tablet use for neck pain also or not

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That tablet is for prevention of migraine,for bp mostly it's not recommended,for neck pain that tablet won't work ...  Read More

I had neck pain/stiffness(cervical), and had other symptoms as well. I had headaches specifically at the base of the skull. And even eyes were paining and affected and even I had photophobia. X ray was showing normal curvature but a few lower cervical osteophytes. Otherwise normal x ray. I lived with the pain for long until i took homeopathy and I

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Need Clinical Examination, Visit Nearest orthopedic surgeon ...  Read More

I had neck pain/stiffness(cervical), and had other symptoms as well. I had headaches specifically at the base of the skull. And even eyes were paining and affected and even I had photophobia. X ray was showing normal curvature but a few lower cervical osteophytes. Otherwise normal x ray. I lived with the pain for long until i took homeopathy and I

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I can understand your concern. Need few more details and can discuss ...  Read More

Hello I have headache since 3 days it comes and go sometime severe and I have neck pain also. When there is headache I feel dizziness that I cannot walk I will faint. What should I do?

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Kindly consult via whatsapp at nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero. ...  Read More

I've been having headaches for 3 days constantly. I do have severe sinus congestion and allergies, but the pain is in temples, and the top part of my head, it feels as if someone is tugging at my hair. Sometimes the area under my eyes also hurts a bit. Almost no other symptom is there, except slight nausea. I did feel dizzy while standing up but th

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There's been some stiffness resembling muscle soreness around the neck (not sure if something hurt in the gym or during sleep) but since she's a regular gym goer she ignored and kept going to the gym and also work and other stuff. The pain increased and there was a shooting pain at the base of the skull with some stiffness for a day and then it dis

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I have symptoms like neck stiffness, lower back pain and stiffness, ear pain, pain under the feet, lower head stiffness and pain. Dizziness and also when hit on the head, it gives a hollow sound. Cracking sounds in the neck, when shaking my head. And also, stiffness in the arms. Consulted with ent doctor, there's no issue with my ear. I'm unmarrie

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Already answered Xray cervical spine apply n lat view. Tab eterocoxib Mr two times a day after food for ten days. Vertin 8 mg three times a day after food for ten days. Consult neurophysician. ...  Read More

Hello, I'm having symptoms like, giddiness, neck and lower back stiffness, lower head heaviness and radiates the ear pain, while shaking the head, cracking sounds in neck, when hitting the head with my hand, it makes a drum like sound(hollow sound), pain under feet. What could these refer to? Thanks

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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - -Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Tr ...  Read More

I have neck discomfort on the left back side. When I wake up in the morning I have these weird cracking sounds all around my neck but mostly on the left side. It's been more than a week. Some days it's less some days it's more. Yes I have slight posture issues in sleep. What should I do?

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AP diameter of spinal canal measures as follows: C2-3-_14.5__mm C3-4- 9 mm C4-5-9 mm C5-6-9.9 mm C6-7-_11.3__mm Diffuse disc bulge with posterocentral disc protrusion at C3-C4 and C4-C5 levels indenting the ventral thecal sac with no significant neural compression. All this started because of my bad posture. Having cervical and back stiffnes

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Hi consultant near by physiotherapist and start cervical traction. ...  Read More

Diffuse disc bulge with posterocentral disc protrusion at C3-C4 and C4-C5 levels indenting the ventral thecal sac with no significant neural compression. Having cervical and back stiffness from long time . When I try to ease the stiffness i feel like dizziness and vertigo. I can do normal works easily but sometimes it's very difficult because of ne

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Start yoga firstly ...  Read More

My father last month was suffering from severe headache.. vomiting..neck stiffness..we consult a general physician..gave tablet for 5 days..butnpain didn't gone ..so went neuro hospital had mri and dsa test... diagonised with cerebal brain aneurysm of 2 mm..gave medicine for 2 weeks...he is ok now..no pain...but doctor said for surgery...we are in

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I had pain in upper chest, trapezius spasm a nd left hand pain and swelling for which I went for physiotherapy. I was given IFT, dythermy and neck traction(7 kg). I was ok on day one. Day 2 same process but had headache after neck traction. Now the headache has gone worst. Have pain and spasm in entire upper back, tingling in arms and upperback, p

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Ask your physio to not give traction but take SWD+IFT+US therapy. Apply hot pack with diclofenac ointment twice a day for 15mins. As you might be a ffering with cervical radiculopathy, this needs some ...  Read More

I have frequent severe neck pain and stiffness in neck and shoulders.that converts into a headache sometimes in the back of head only and can transfer to front portion .Body pain and fatigue are there whenever I wake up in the morning. What should be done if this thing persists.

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Neck pain stiffness pain in upper back shoulders and sore throat which is on and off since 1 month

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Hot water bag massage Avoid pillow while sleeping Powergesic gel application ...  Read More

I have stiffness and pain in my left arm and neck since one month and I am unable to raise my arm sidewise but I am able to raise arm upwards without any difficulty . Kindly suggest what to do

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ...  Read More

Hi doctors I am suffering from sore neck (base of the skull) it is not painful it's just sore, I have lower back stiffness as well along with right leg stiff calves No headache I google and it said brain tumor ! Please help Coz that is giving me anxiety

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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to Please follow good life style. • as take plenty of fluids. • take less spicy and fatty food. • do exercise in with yoga an ...  Read More

There is a stiffness in my neck since the last two days. I am finding it difficult to move my neck. Please suggest me medicines and exercise...

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You can take cipzox tablet for pain and apply warm compression. And do isometric exercises for the neck. ...  Read More

Respected sir/madam, My mother P.Nagamani has been suffering from neck stiffness since last 1 month.She has been unable to turn her neck sideways,look upwards and downwards .She has to look straight only most of the time failing which it results in a lot of pain ,she took some diclofenac pain killers prescribed by doctors but there is no improvemen

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Need few more details Is pain radiating to shoulders and fingers Any tingling sensation and numbness?? Did you get xray ?? Please consult ...  Read More

Hi Doctor I have been getting neck stiffness and headache due to cold weather. What should I do? Thank you

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Take a muscle relaxatant tab acelo Mr tablet twice a day Capsule evion lc once a day Tab pan 40 empty stomach ...  Read More

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