Neck Pain: Symptoms & Signs: Cervical Pain

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Alternate Names : Cervical Pain

When someone complains of neck pain, the healthcare provider will need more information. Questions may be asked related to:

when the pain started

the exact location of the pain, such as whether it is on one or both sides of the neck, or whether the pain goes anywhere else outside the neck

whether there has been any injury or trauma to the neck area

whether there is any family history of neck pain

whether the neck pain is constant or comes and goes

what medications, herbs, or illegal drugs a person takes, if any

what other medical conditions a person has, if any

if anything makes the neck pain worse or better, such as turning the head to one side or aspirin

any other symptoms, such as arthritis, fever, weight loss, or weakness in the arms

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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: Gail Hendrickson, RN, BS
Date Reviewed: 06/07/01

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