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Suggest Treatment For Neck Pain, Swallowing Difficulty And Tiredness
My neck is hurting and I have a slight problem swallowing but my throat feels fine. I do take thyroid medication but they have changed it 5 times in the last year and they still can t get me regulated. I am so tired all the time and can t control my weight. I can t exercise because of back issues that I go to pain management and therapy for. Is there anything I can do differently so I can feel good again?
Understanding your concern .As per your query you have neck pain, swallowing difficulty and tiredness . Well it is very important to find out the exact cause of neck pain and correct it . Neck pain can occur due to may reasons like muscle strains , nerve compression , Injuries ,diseases, cervical spondolysis and Certain diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper diagnosis . Doctor will examine physically , ask you to do certain movements and may order CT scan . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant and may recommend specific exercises . Doctor may refer you to ENT specialist for swallowing difficulty. For now do stretching exercises and start physical therapy of neck . Eat soft food and do warm saline gargles .
Hope your concern has been resolved .
Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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Suggest Treatment For Neck Pain, Swallowing Difficulty And Tiredness
Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM, Understanding your concern .As per your query you have neck pain, swallowing difficulty and tiredness . Well it is very important to find out the exact cause of neck pain and correct it . Neck pain can occur due to may reasons like muscle strains , nerve compression , Injuries ,diseases, cervical spondolysis and Certain diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper diagnosis . Doctor will examine physically , ask you to do certain movements and may order CT scan . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant and may recommend specific exercises . Doctor may refer you to ENT specialist for swallowing difficulty. For now do stretching exercises and start physical therapy of neck . Eat soft food and do warm saline gargles . Hope your concern has been resolved . Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari