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What Causes Discomfort On The Right Side Of The Neck?
I have, for a month or two now, been experiencing a tightness or discomfort predominantly(but not only) in the right side of my neck. It doesn t really hurt, just feels uncomfortable. Often times this is accompanied by an inability to burp despite feeling the need to. However, these two symptoms do not always occur together. I am a smoker and have been for quite some time.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have discomfort on the right side of the neck. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case it seems to be occur due to acid reflux . There can be other reasons also like sore throat , angina and post nasal drip . apply warm compresses on neck and do warm saline gargles. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may take history and order endoscopy , blood test , x-ray of upper respiratory track . Doctor may prescribe H2 blockers , proton pump inhibitor or may refer you to cardiologist or ENT specialist in case of angina or sore throat respectively . For now avoid eating spicy , acidic and heavy meal .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Discomfort On The Right Side Of The Neck?
Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have discomfort on the right side of the neck. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case it seems to be occur due to acid reflux . There can be other reasons also like sore throat , angina and post nasal drip . apply warm compresses on neck and do warm saline gargles. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may take history and order endoscopy , blood test , x-ray of upper respiratory track . Doctor may prescribe H2 blockers , proton pump inhibitor or may refer you to cardiologist or ENT specialist in case of angina or sore throat respectively . For now avoid eating spicy , acidic and heavy meal . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari