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Forum Name: Rheumatology Topics

Question: earache, pain in neck and shoulders


jasmine_g - Tue May 22, 2007 9:05 am

Hi, I am 28yr. old female. I was diagnosed with RA AND Fibromyalgia 3 years ago. 9 months after having my son I experienced a very bad flare and am now on prednisolene, celebrex, plaquenil and norgesic for when pain is very bad. I have Arthritis in my hand, wrist, knees, and ankles. Over the last 2 days I started to experience a very bad earache, and excriciating pain in my shoulders and down my neck. Could this be caused by the Arthritis? What can I take for it?

I had functional endoscopic sinus surgery and trimming of the paradoxical middles turbinates 2 months ago and am now 98% healed. I have experinced earaches on and off after surgery but ENT specialist said my ears looked fine and put it down to my jaw even though I know I don't clench or grind my teeth at night.

Would really appreciate advice on what to do or if I should go see my rheumatologist?
Thanks
Dr. Chan Lowe - Wed May 23, 2007 12:11 am

I would recommend you see your primary care doctor to start. There are a few possible causes of your pain. You may have an external ear infection with associated Lymph node swelling that can cause the Neck pain. A high pinched nerve in the neck could potentially cause this pain as well (though less likely).

If your primary doctor is unable to find a cause it is reasonable to see your rheumatologist to see if these symptoms may be related to your Arthritis.

Best wishes.

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