Stiff neck and moderate to severe pain behind eyes. It feels like a really bad tension headache in the muscles around my eyes. I have to close my eyes when I turn my head because it hurts too much to move them around on their own. I've had it for a few days now and can't get rid of it by taking otc pain relievers. I also took some Valium, thinking it would help relax the muscles, but it only got worse.
Last week I also had a sore throat but not so much anymore.
I'm worried because I never get sick and hate seeing doctors. Also around a week ago I sat outside and was bit by mosquitos. I doubt I got anything from the mosquitos, but I thought it was worth mentioning anyway.
Should I just wait a few days to see if the pain goes away on its own?
2007-04-02 08:00:06 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Currently no fever. I just checked and it's normal.
2007-04-02 08:18:28 · update #1
Are you running a fever at all? If so, I would see a doctor. If not, it's probably OK to wait a couple more days.
2007-04-02 08:03:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It certainly sounds like you need a Doctor to chek on You.
neck stiffness, pain of the optic muscles, malaise, and lack of appetite, are sometimes the first symptoms of yellow fever (or other diseses transmited by mosquitoes).
Tiredness an palenes can follow.
At the beginning of any viral disease, (as could be your case), the changes are not abvious, however an ELISA test in a common laboratory, will tell whether you have the traces of yellow fever (which is the most probable), or a simple drop of blood will say in a smear, whether there is the presence of plasmodium malariae.
If there are swamps or stagnant water spots around your area, that will probably explain the proliferation of mosquitoes (Florida. Alabama, New Orleans) where paludism is seen occasionally, no big deal if detected on time, a couple of tablets of mefloxaquine will help you to get rid of it.
In the meantime, there is valuable time that you must use to get a proper diagnosis with some drops of blood....I know it is cumbersome to see doctors, however, we are a necessary nuisance..
Your case does not soun like a serious one, however only a blood test can say for sure,,,
2007-04-02 15:24:33 · answer #2 · answered by Sehr_Klug 50 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds to me like a sinus infection, which are very easy to diagnose and just require some antibiotics. Once you get the meds, you'll feel like a million bucks in 2 days.
I would definitely see a doctor, just because anything with your head/eyes/neck area you don't want to take any chances. Even if it's not a sinus infection or a big deal, the doctor could probably give you something for the pain in the meantime. Whatever you do, stay away from WebMD.com! Five minutes on that site will have you thinking you've got cancer and are having a stroke.
I know this isn't your question, but I think your bigger problem might be your doctor. If you "hate seeing doctors," you might want to try to find one you don't hate seeing. I can definitely relate to this problem, but now that I've found a friendly, young, female doctor who doesn't treat me like an idiot and talks to me in plain English, I feel totally comfortable calling or going to see her any time I'm worried about something.
2007-04-02 15:14:34 · answer #3 · answered by katyb0baty 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The presence or absence of a fever along with these symptoms separates the serious conditions from the less serious one. If you don't have a fever, there's a good chance that the problem is caused by sinus inflammation, either form allergies or an infection. tke a look at the link below.
After looking at the info on sinusitis, if this appears to be the culprit, then you can relieve the symptoms with three things: (1) decongestant such as 12-hour sudafed (the original that you have to sign for); (2) antihistamine such as Claritin (or generic); and (3) and expectorant such as Mucinex to help clear out the sinuses.
2007-04-02 15:18:33 · answer #4 · answered by formerly_bob 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have migraines that are like that, but since it has been going on for a few days I suspect you have something more serious. I say definitely go to the doctor. I mean wouldn't you like to know for sure and get rid of the pain sooner rather than later? Check out this site. It might help
2007-04-02 15:16:53 · answer #5 · answered by JayB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you are describing sounds like what I suffer with when I get a migraine. Go and see a doctor. After all, the OTC pain killers normally state that if pain persists, go an see a doctor.
2007-04-02 15:41:11 · answer #6 · answered by Kindred Katt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you should see a doctor- It may be nothing more than a chronic headache, but it's worth it just to check it out- esp. considering that you have to close your eyes when you turn your head. Best of luck-
2007-04-02 15:23:14 · answer #7 · answered by kathryn m 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would see a doctor if I were you. I mean you know you don't get sick and for me that would be a red light. Anyway it could also just be stress. Anyway just be on the safe side and make sure it's nothing.
2007-04-02 15:08:14 · answer #8 · answered by Candice P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should go see a doctor fast. I am not an expert on these things but im thinking you have the West Nile but then again you should suck it up and see a doctor!!
2007-04-02 15:25:48 · answer #9 · answered by shorty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think you should definitely see a doctor, especially since none of the medicine is helping. the symptoms dont sound like anything good, so your best bet is to just suck it up and talk to a professional.
2007-04-02 15:11:13 · answer #10 · answered by Tess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋