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What Causes Severe Pain In Upper Back And Neck?

I have been suffering from severe upper right back and neck pain. I cant move my neck to the right it is so painful. Other symptoms are a swollen right lymph node in groin and at my recent visit to my obgyn they noticed swelling in one ovary where I have numbness that goes down the front of my upper leg. I am 47 never had children I do have endometriosis. I have swollen and sore breasts. I also have a bit of bloating in my stomach and alot of gurgle sounds or gas in stomach. My appetite is normal no sudden weight loss or gain. No temperature. I have had some difficulty with bm's and being constipated but no diarrhea and no vomiting either. I had an ultrasound done and go to doctor tomorrow however I am too frightened about the prognosis being cancer. I also had an MRI done regarding my upper back pain and neck a few months ago and they saw problems in my C4 C5 where the spinal nerves were pushing together I have scoliosis as well. It did not show cancer or life threatening illness however Im not sure if that would be seen in an MRI or not. Could the pain in my neck head area be connected to the symptoms in my pelvic area? I had a recent blood test and donated blood in November and all tested fine, would that show signs of cancer? I cant sleep toss and turn nightly as you can see it is the wee hours in the morning and I am reaching out to you. lease let me know what I may expect to hear from my doctor tomorrow...I feel like cancelling the appt. I am so scared and nervous. I know my body is not right the pain is not a normal pain. Please help........
Mon, 6 Apr 2015
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Here the back pain problem could be because of scoliosis, and c4,c5 disc and nerve issues also.
Along with this constipation can also be related many time with scoliosis.
For this you have to consult orthopedic and physiotherapist for discussing on possible treatment plan. As far I have seen for sever damage in spinal curve with scoliosis orthopedic doctor will give surgical option. As well if there is no much damage as well if surgery can not be perform, then for this kind of case orthopedic will suggest for physio treatment and exercises. This will help to improve strength and stamina along with scoliosis curve too.
You can also use hot and cold pack frequently at home for some more pain relief as well to relax soft tissues at back.

Next is about your lymph node swelling and tenderness in breast:
Here I suggest not to cancel your appointment and visit your doctor.and take treatment as per the diagnosis and report. It can be cancer related lympjnode swelling or normal lymph node swelling too. But early detection will help you a lot for treatment and will be good to recover fast.

Next is constipation and stomach problem:
Here it can be related with scoliosis as well lymph node problem or it can be just general gastric issue. I suggest not to worry and change your food habits and life style. Keep healthy eating habit like having food on time, keep your diet fibre rich, Don't
Take spicy food, do take fruits regularly, have water daily 3-4 liter, etc. And you will improve gradually. With suggestion of your doctor if you want can take anta acid tablets too.
Take care.
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What Causes Severe Pain In Upper Back And Neck?

Here the back pain problem could be because of scoliosis, and c4,c5 disc and nerve issues also. Along with this constipation can also be related many time with scoliosis. For this you have to consult orthopedic and physiotherapist for discussing on possible treatment plan. As far I have seen for sever damage in spinal curve with scoliosis orthopedic doctor will give surgical option. As well if there is no much damage as well if surgery can not be perform, then for this kind of case orthopedic will suggest for physio treatment and exercises. This will help to improve strength and stamina along with scoliosis curve too. You can also use hot and cold pack frequently at home for some more pain relief as well to relax soft tissues at back. Next is about your lymph node swelling and tenderness in breast: Here I suggest not to cancel your appointment and visit your doctor.and take treatment as per the diagnosis and report. It can be cancer related lympjnode swelling or normal lymph node swelling too. But early detection will help you a lot for treatment and will be good to recover fast. Next is constipation and stomach problem: Here it can be related with scoliosis as well lymph node problem or it can be just general gastric issue. I suggest not to worry and change your food habits and life style. Keep healthy eating habit like having food on time, keep your diet fibre rich, Don t Take spicy food, do take fruits regularly, have water daily 3-4 liter, etc. And you will improve gradually. With suggestion of your doctor if you want can take anta acid tablets too. Take care.