Does anyone else have cervical neck pain and swelling?

Hello Northlake:

Yes, I have had neck pain due to RA for many years. My Rheumy mentioned a surgery but I'd need to wear a "halo" for some time. A friend of ours had to wear a "halo" also after falling off a building which he was doing work on.

Needless, to say, I'm not in any hurry to want that surgery. Hopefully, they find a surgery that is less barbaric. Meanwhile, I continue with my meds which help a bit, use a warm pack on my neck and wear a collar when it is really painful.

Thank you for your feedback. I very much appreciate it. RA is a mean disease! Northlake

My wife says I am a pain in the neck. but she does not have RA. Or,, does she? I may suggest that to her next time.....

Never mind I just found out that was not such a good plan.

I want you to know that yes I have neck pain and yes my wife says I am a pain in the neck. One is caused by RA and one is caused by a husband. You can guess which might be which.

I've had pain in my neck for many years but recently in the last 3 months its been getting alot worse. The stiffness is way more intense this time so I can't move it very well. I will be bringing this up with the rheumatologist next time I see him.