Neck pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localized to the neck.
What is Neck pain?
Neck pain is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Neck pain that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Neck pain
The following conditions have been associated with Neck pain. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Acute intermittent porphyria
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Angiostrongyliasis
Angiostrongyliasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Arnold-Chiari malformation type I
Arnold-Chiari malformation type I is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Bronchogenic cyst
Bronchogenic cyst is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Chiari malformation type I
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Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Eagle Syndrome
A condition in which an elongated styloid process or calcified ligament in the neck irritates nearby nerves, causing thr...
Herniated Disc
A disc in the spine that bulges or ruptures, pressing on nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness.
IgG4-related pachymeningitis
IgG4-related pachymeningitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Parkes Weber syndrome
Parkes Weber syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Paroxysmal hemicrania
Paroxysmal hemicrania is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Neck pain is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.