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Can Prozac cause a stiff neck?
Yes, Prozac (fluoxetine) can potentially cause a stiff neck as a side effect, though it is not very common. This stiffness may result from muscle tension or other related issues. If you experience a persistent stiff neck after starting Prozac, it's important to consult your healthcare provider to discuss your symptoms and consider alternative treatments if necessary.
What causes a stiff neck?
The question of what causes a stiff neck, also called torticollis, comes down to what can cause the muscles of the neck to go into spasm.Many things can happen to a person to cause the muscles of neck to go into a protective state of contraction that prevents any neck movement from occurring. Some of the more common causes are:Overuse and fatigue of the muscles and other soft tissues of the neckSleeping in an awkward or unnatural posture without much movementTrauma or injury to the neck (sports, auto accident, direct impact)Aggravation of neck arthritisMineral imbalance or insufficiency (calcium, potassium, magnesium)Thyroid disease
Can shingles cause stiff neck?
Yes, shingles can cause a stiff neck, particularly if the virus affects the nerves in the neck area. Shingles is caused by the varicella-zoster virus, which can lead to pain, inflammation, and discomfort in the affected regions. If the rash or nerve involvement occurs near the neck, it may result in stiffness and pain. However, a stiff neck can also be a symptom of other conditions, so it's important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis.
Can a tick bite on the leg give stiffness to the neck area?
Yes, stiff neck can be a symptom of Lyme Disease, which you can get from a tick bite. You need to see a physician as soon as possible.
What can cause neck pain?
Neck pain can be caused from a variety of conditions. If you sleep in the wrong position, it may make your neck sore and stiff. A herniated disc may also be to blame for any pain in the back of the neck.
Can degenerative bone disease in the neck cause ear noise?
Yes
How do you fix a stiff neck?
Try using a heating pad on it about 15 minutes a night. Make sure you are not laying your head/neck in an odd position to cause it to stiffen your neck. Use a big fluffy pillow to support your neck at night.
What might it mean if you have swollen glands?
If the swollen glands can cause in the neck disease.
Does malnutrition effect your muscles could your neck be stiff from it?
YES i have had stiff neck all my life and have been reserching and i have found that it was my spinal cord
What causes stiff neck with headache and weakness in legs?
The cause of this is fibromyalgia, if you suffer from vomiting as well.
Your neck is stiff is it because of your bladder infection?
yes
My dog has a stiff neck what could this be?
You should not give him anything - dogs should not develop stiff necks on a routine basis. If your dog has a stiff neck, you should take him/her to the veterinarian for examination to determine the underlying cause. This may range from arthritis to injury to cancer to infection.
