northlake
October 7, 2019
Does anyone here have RA in their neck?
hwb0w4
October 8, 2019
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.
northlake
October 8, 2019
Thank you for your feedback. I very much appreciate it. RA is a mean disease! Northlake
Lawrence 'rick' Phillips
October 9, 2019
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.
gidgxx
November 23, 2019
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.
David Advent
November 23, 2019
Hi
I'm glad you'll be talking about this with your rheumatologist; communication with them is so important when you have RA.
Thank you for your comment and for being a member of this community. Wishing you the best,
David (RheumatoidArthritis.net Team Member)
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