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Suggest Treatment For Severe Neck Pain And Sore Throat

Im having some nagging neck pain. can t tilt my head back and/or from side to side without some difficulty. My entire shoulder area left and right feel stressed. and when I swallow i feel like there is something....not like a sore throat but more like a muscle strain. OTC meds (advil, Alleve) seem to help a little but not much. Concerned about meningitis?
Wed, 6 Feb 2019
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Hello,

Get physically examined you may have Pharyngitis with infections spreading to the lymph nodes. In the meantime, gargle with Listerine water (medicated mouth wash) & take antibiotics like Doxycyline. For pain take Combiflam (combination of paracetamol & Ibuprofen). You should feel better.

To rule out Meningitis you should get Imaging tests like CT, MRI, X-Ray & Spinal tap & Blood cultures done. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Stay well hydrated & take rest.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Severe Neck Pain And Sore Throat

Hello, Get physically examined you may have Pharyngitis with infections spreading to the lymph nodes. In the meantime, gargle with Listerine water (medicated mouth wash) & take antibiotics like Doxycyline. For pain take Combiflam (combination of paracetamol & Ibuprofen). You should feel better. To rule out Meningitis you should get Imaging tests like CT, MRI, X-Ray & Spinal tap & Blood cultures done. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Stay well hydrated & take rest. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician