Is it possible that it could become difficult painful in your neck to talk & swallow? (Not inside the throat, but the neck) Sounds like a strange question, but I'm having strange symptoms.
2007-01-03 05:12:33 · 11 answers · asked by eliziam 5 in Health ➔ Other - Health
LOL, to clarify, I don't mean that these muscles/tendons get strained FROM talking, I just mean IF these muscles/tendons get strained by some other means, could it become painful or feel difficult to do something as simple as talking or swallowing? LOL I think some of the guys answering misunderstood.
2007-01-03 05:24:15 · update #1
To again clarify, I wasn't laughing at the well-thought-out answers with my first clarification addition to my question - I thought some of the answers were humorous that referred to women being incessant talkers, as I'm sure those answers were meant to be humorous anyway & assumed no defensiveness would be taken.
Thank you to ALL that took the effort to answer. The informational answers were very helpful.
2007-01-04 01:36:47 · update #2
Probably not muscles, but tendons more likely. And it's very easy to do especially if you happen to combine the wrong mix of head movement and mouth movement. It happens to singers who don't stretch the right muscles before a "tough workout". Use the same thing you would for most muscle/tendon injuries, ice if there's swelling to be brought down. Heat to relax muscles/tendons, ease discomfort and promote healing Also and ibuprofen would help (Advil for example) or other anti-inflammatory. Should only be for a few days to a week at most.
2007-01-03 05:18:16 · answer #1 · answered by zen_cop 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a good exercise that we all should do exotically for women it can help in the fact that if your in a car accident or just lightly hit from behind in a car .position your body on all fours take either 3-5 or 10 lbs and pretend that you are starting a mower do this about 10-15 times do not look up keep your eyes to the ground. another good one and a I hope I can describe it the best I can take the same on all fours instead on pulling your arm all the way down have the weight positioned to your neck do not move your hand just move your elbow up and down 10-15 times with your eyes to the ground.
2007-01-03 13:34:03 · answer #2 · answered by stefania_n2000 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are having muscular pain it could be a form of TMJD called Myofacial Pain Disorder. I suffer from this ailment and it can be extremely painful. The pain can manifest itself in different areas (the mandible, the neck, temples, earaches). When the symptoms are flaring up it can make it difficult and painful to talk, chew and swallow.
If these symptoms seem similar to yours, you will probably need to see a specialist. Do not go to a Dentist or Doctor unless they specialize in TMJ disorders. Here's a website that may be helpful in your self-diagnosis: www.tmj.org
2007-01-03 13:33:58 · answer #3 · answered by Joseph Schlitz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, the muscles in the neck are like any other muscle that will suffer from repetitive use. Overuse your larynx, it doesn't close, and you begin to strain the muscles in your neck to get them to close.
Look for these warning signs to determine if you're experiencing vocal cord problems.
CHRONIC HOARSENESS: That dry, scratchy throat or tickle you feel along the back of your windpipe could be your first sign of trouble.
NAGGING COUGH: This symptom often begins as a mild cough, and then turns into violent spasms that are difficult to get under control. These bouts can result in swollen and irritated vocal cords.
FATIGUE WHEN SPEAKING: When your vocal cords are worn out, varying the pitch of your voice becomes difficult, and you find yourself straining to get the words out. You may lose the ability to project or raise your voice. This symptom develops gradually, and it is more common in the later stages of vocal cord damage.
CONSTANT THROAT CLEARING: If you're constantly "ahem"-ing, take note: Clearing mucus from the larynx actually causes more irritation because it causes the vocal cords to bang together unnecessarily.
NECK MUSCLES ACHE: Tightness in your neck can indicate that you're using your neck muscles to get your vocal cords to close. Because of their weakened state, your vocal cords stay open, resulting in a gravelly voice.
NORMAL VOICE PITCH IS LOWERED: The pitch of your voice slowly lowers.
LOSS OF VOICE: This symptom occurs intermittently, but increases in frequency as the vocal cords lose their strength. Ultimately, you could completely lose the ability to speak except for short periods at a time.
2007-01-03 13:45:28 · answer #4 · answered by HoneyBunny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure its not an inflamed lymph node. These are found on the sides of the neck and cause alot of pain when they are inflammed. Feel around for any knots
2007-01-03 13:22:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, but to get to the point of neck pain you would have to be doin some major talking. like nonstop yelling at the top of your lungs,.
2007-01-03 13:21:29 · answer #6 · answered by K&E4life 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes,
2007-01-03 13:19:47 · answer #7 · answered by karli 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this were true. then Women would have bigger necks then footballplayers! Just kidding ladies! wink!
2007-01-03 13:15:29 · answer #8 · answered by niceguy_thats_me2000 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yep you suddenly could.
2007-01-03 13:14:33 · answer #9 · answered by toxisoft 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only if you are female
2007-01-03 13:20:07 · answer #10 · answered by Maka 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋