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What Causes Severe Ear , Neck And Shoulder Pain?

I have been having severe ear pain which radiates down my neck. I also have shoulder pain under my right collar bone. Tonight I have ulcers on both sides of my tongue. I recently was diagnosed with benign thyroid masses. I am an embalmer and around formaldehyde daily. Should I be concerned about nasopharyngeal cancer with these symptoms?
Tue, 23 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe ear , neck and shoulder pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle spasm , cervical spondylosis, TMJ problem , nerve compression , ear infection or heart problem like angina . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with nerve conduction test and physical examination to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory , nerve supplement along with physical therapy . For now stay calm , take ibuprofen , apply warm compresses to shoulder and arm , do light stretching exercises under expert or acetaminophen for pain and take proper rest. Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for cardiac problem or to ENT specialist for ear problem .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Severe Ear , Neck And Shoulder Pain?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe ear , neck and shoulder pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle spasm , cervical spondylosis, TMJ problem , nerve compression , ear infection or heart problem like angina . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination and treatment . Doctor may order CT scan , MRI along with nerve conduction test and physical examination to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory , nerve supplement along with physical therapy . For now stay calm , take ibuprofen , apply warm compresses to shoulder and arm , do light stretching exercises under expert or acetaminophen for pain and take proper rest. Doctor may also refer you to cardiologist for cardiac problem or to ENT specialist for ear problem . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari