OHMYGOSH MY NECK IS FREAKING KILLING ME! ON MY LEFT SIDE OF MY NECK, UNDER MY EAR PRETTY MUCH, NOT MY EAR, IT'S MY NECK. HURTS SO BAD! I PUT ICY HOT AND OTHER NECK STRIPS AS WELL, I HAVE TAKEN ADVIL. PLEASE SOMEONE HELP! I DO CRACK MY NECK ALL THE TIME, I DON'T KNOW IF THIS HELPS WITH THE ANSWERS. USUALLY WHEN MY NECK HURTS, I POP IT AND THEN ITS ALL BETTER. NOT THIS TIME.
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Try ice (cryotherapy).  If you do not have an icepack designed for this purpose, use a large bag of frozen vegetables (peas or corn).  Place the 'icepack' in a thin pillowcase  and apply it directly to the area of neck pain for 20 minutes.  Allow one hour of time between applications to allow return of blood flow and to prevent frostbite.  Repeat as needed.\n\nWhether ice helps or not, you need to see a Chiropractor to find out the cause of your chronic neck problems.\n\nBest wishes and good luck!
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I used to get bad headaches that would start at the base of the neck and wrap right up around to my eye area.  Come to find out it was due to a disc out of alignment.  Sometimes heat or ice would help for a while.  Also one of those neck-alignment pillows while sleeping.  The best thing for me was to go to my doctor who would do some chiropractic manupilation and it would be gone!   I hope you feel better soon.
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I agree with with the first person at the top of the page..I have ear aches all the time and i put a washcloth and heat it in the microwave until it gets hot to the point where it is steamy..but be careful..it is hot..but make sure it is in a mug..put it to your childs ear but be careful because hot water can pour out and onto the ear so be careful..Have your child tilt his head andhave his ear against the cup..Trust me this works...My mom did this for me when i was a child... sing a song or read a book to relax him, help him go to sleep....it works!!!! so that is how i treat my ear aches, and i am used to it...Literally i have had gone to the hospital and so this really helps me...I hope i have helped in any way...good luck and i hope your son is okay...
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Your body and your mind have been through quite an ordeal, unfortunately, I think it's going to just take some time.  You may not sleep tonight at all.  I suppose the best thing to try to do is something you enjoy.  \n\nHave you taken any tylenol or ibuprofen?  That will help the physical pain.  \n\nI'm sure your mind keeps re-living the event over and over and over.  You've got to be angry even though you "escaped".  If that's what keeping you "up" then you need to distract your mind....do something that makes you stop thinking about it.  When you do think about it....tell yourself...it's over....I'm not going there anymore...it's done...I did everything right...it's time to move on. \n\nI'm really glad your O.K..  If your neck continues to bother you may need to see a doctor.  Are you having any difficulty swallowing or breathing?
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I was recently ill and had an infection and fluid buildup in both ears that caused intense pressure.  I tried chewing gum and making myself yawn to get them to pop. I even went for a drive to a ski resort hoping the change in altitude would make them pop but nothing would work.  My doctor told me that I would just have to let nature take it's course and to wait for the fluid subside.  I couldn't stand not being able to hear or the feeling the pressure caused so I asked my pharmacist if he could recommend anything.  He suggested I take Claritin or the generic equivalent to help dry up the fluid.  I will say that it didn't take care of it over night but I believe that it did speed up the process.  Within a couple of days one of my ears began popping and a few days later the other ear did the same.  It took about a full week for them to go back to normal once I took the pills.  \n\nKeep in mind that I don't work in the medical field.  I am simply relaying what worked for me in a similar situation.  I also had a friend with the same ear problem and she put drops of rubbing alcohol in her ears.  She claimed that that method worked for her.  I hope this helps and I'll keep my fingers crossed that your ears will be popping soon!
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...among other things...lie on your left side. This will help ease...the pain and pressure. Glad I'm not there! ;)
236511
You could have poped it, or strained it. If you have allergies, this can be a sign. You may have tortacolous or something more serious, so if it lasts more than three days or comes back, you should see a doctor. Alive or Tylonol works for neck pain. Good Luck.
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Since a couple of the words in your message was scrambled..we're not all sure what you're talking about. But if you're referring to your rear entrance. Yes, it does hurt. The key is for you to RELAX & not tighten up; & "Plenty of K-Y".  That should help...relax and enjoy.
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Yeah definitely see a doctor in case there is an infection.  If there is wax blocking it it may soften with some warm olive oil...obviously make sure its not too hot!  And you will probably have to get someone to help you put it into ur ear!\n\nHope ur feeling better soon!
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I can only advise from my own experience.  Please tell your doctor that you think you need a muscle relaxant for a little while until this neck pain goes away.  Just ask to take one at bedtime because they might make you drowsy.  \n\nSince this is neck and jaw pain, you are probably also a person who grits their teeth at night.  You need to relax.  If you don't mind my suggestions, there are different types of non prescription medications such a Benadryl that you can take at night to help you relax, but I would check with your doctor for a muscle relaxant.  \n\nI am so sorry you are having this problem.  It sounds more to me like anxiety than anything else.  Either that, or you may be developing arthritis in your neck in which case you also need something to relax.    \n\nBE sure and check with your doctor, this could be more than withdrawal.  I suffered with this until it got so bad, I could not turn my neck at all.  I kept taking Ibuprofen constantly and it did not help at all. Just made me feel funny in the head.  Finally, I found I had arthritis in my neck as well as some spurs that had formed on my neck that were pressing on my nerves.  I was given some medication that helped out a lot and I don't know your names in the UK but your doctor can help you with this.  Do you have chiropractic medicine where you live?  If so, you would benefit greatly from this as well as getting a massage from a licensed masseuse.\n\nBest wishes.
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This is very common. It generally occurs because of an involuntary muscle spasm in your sleep. As a result you might have a minor inflamation in your neck. Your body's way of dealing with that is restricting your movement so you don't make it worse. Crazy no? The best thing you can do for yourself is put heat on it (they sell hating pads at most pharmacies). You should also move your head around slowly as far as you can without it hurting. This will speed your recovery time. You can also have someone give you a gentle massage to improve circulation. But above all, use heat. I would also use pain killers.
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Dont Pop it!!!!!!!!! that may cause infection.....leave it alone and let it heal on its own....its probably a bruise......It will feel better in a couple of days and you wont even notice it.....if its really painful put some ice in your mouth and on the bruise ....that will help with the swelling and make it feel better.
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I wouldn't put cold on back of neck, cold compresses are to constract. I suggest to buy a bag that is either sand or rice you put in microwave for no longer then 1- 2 min. place on back of neck(making sure not touch skin)This will open the blood flow back to brain. Also, a hot shower on back of neck. A good massage either by yourself or someone else. Always massage sides and middle moving (upward) still to allow more blood flow back to brain. Yes, caffien, smoking will not do. Never fall asleep using the bag, it could cause burns. Find out the reason for tension, try to elimate as much as posible of stress. Sleep well, eat right,and if you take pills, try off the counter first. I wouldn't suggest pain pills as they can be additive, and with more side affects. When massaging also massage your temples, where sinuses are and up beside nose. Massage forehead and whole head as well. Cold can also be helpfull with a wet cold cloth over eyes, or forehead. Always check with Doctor to find out exactly what he may think is causing problem. He might have catscan to see if anything else could be elimanated. Hope I've helped.
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it could be possible you have developed an infection - ask your doctor about this and also ask him for some stronger pain medicine.  He could spare a couple of hydrocodone. Maybe try warmth instead of ice?  Lay your head on a heating pad.  Don't be afraid to demand some pain meds - he knows how much this is hurting and should have offered some.  And they are not addicting in the small amounts he would give you for this so don't be worrying about that.  I feel so sorry for you - too bad you don't live closer, I would help.
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Ohh my dear. i had jaw surgery this summer and let me tell you, imagine that pain times 100000. But..after i had the exact same problem with the tightening bands. What i found helpful is buying one of those beanie heat things and tying it around my head. it helps the muscles relax. the headaches can be helped with ice. try to find someone who has had their wisom teeh out and ask if they have one of those jaw ice pack things that wrap around your head. and of course IBprofin helps too.  don't worry they will go away within a few days. its just like getting your braces tightened. but otherwise theres really no way to deal with it, except just to deal with it. i got lucky because i had vicodin. just think that you are lucky to still be able to eat solid foods. i was on a liquid/soft food diet for 4 and a half months. good luck!!
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It often happens to me.  You could have pulled a muscle.  It can be quite painful and you cannot turn your head from side to side.  The pain will usually last about 2 days and they you are fine.  You will also feel like you head is too heavy for your neck.\n\nOr, you may have slept in a strange position.  Either way, the pain will go away.\n\nJust regular pain killers will make it a little more bearable, and try and rest your head when you can.
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(m)\n\nApply heat directly to neck maybe a heating pad 20-30 minutes 2-3 times a day. Long, hot shower with the water beating on the neck, slowly turn head side to side looking over each shoulder until the count of five. Repeat three times. Apply topical cream such as icy hot or tiger balm. Shut bedroom window because cold breezes may cause awkward positioning to keep warm resulting in a stiff neck. Get a proper pillow. Reserve couch for sitting, alot of times there is not enough room to lie down resulting in stiff neck. If the pain persists after this, make an appointment with your doctor.