Head and Neck Pain

[zenmind]

For the past four days, I have experienced these odd symptoms that are becoming more and more unbearable.  My upper neck has been hurting, but I have this odd burning pain when I turn my head or when I try to lift something even.  Feels like a hot poker's being inserted there.  But I also have this pain in the back of my head, on the right side, an area maybe an inch in diameter that's very tender, especially to touch. No headache, just a tenderness to touch, very sore.  I cannot palpate a swelling however.  What on earth could this be?

[zenmind]

Thank you so for your evaluation.  There was no head injury at all.  I know I have degenerative changes in my thoracic spine;  I suppose cervical degeneration is the culprit here also.  But the weird localized area of pain in my skull (it seems) really concerns me;  it's quite tender.   I appreciate your help.

[dr_simran]

Hello Dear,
You should consult a neurologist as the burning pain could be due to several reasons like neuralgia,degenerative spine changes,neuropathy, etc.Was there any head injury?You should seek an opinion with the neurophysician.
Best