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Posted 4/26/2015 1:07 AM (GMT 0)
Hello everyone:
I've been thinking about going to the ER all day today. The reason is I have this dull, but very annoying pain the left part of my neck, sometimes it feels in the shoulder. Of course I can't stop thinking it's a heart attack because I've read that most women do not get chest pain but do get pain in the neck and shoulders. I have been able to calm myself down because it's Saturday and being home all day with my husband around helps, but still haven't managed to get this horrible feeling that I'm about to die from a heart attack. To make matters worse my husband just went out because a friend is getting married and today is the bachelor party, he said he could stay home with me if I didn't feel ok, but I didn't want to spoil his evening, he barely ever goes out with friends.
Now, do you think I should go to the ER and get this checked out? Do you think there is even the slightest possibility that this dull pain that I've been having all day long could be heart related, even though I have no other symptoms, that I've noticed?

Thanks in advance!
Posted 4/26/2015 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
I forgot to mention that I can move my neck just fine, so it's not the usual stiff neck pain that I've had many times.
Posted 4/26/2015 1:32 AM (GMT 0)
It could just be a pulled muscle or maybe you slept on it wrong. I would try to relax and use some coping strategies to attempt to get a good nights sleep.

However if all else fails and the only way you're going to feel better is getting checked out maybe you should go tomorrow for reassurance.

But I really don't believe it's anything serious.
Posted 4/26/2015 1:39 AM (GMT 0)
I also don't think it's anything serious, but having anxiety like we all do can make ANYTHING a hundred times worse, including pain. Take a deep comforting breath, pray if you do that, and try to calm yourself down, massage the very bottom of your skull just above your neck and move your fingers down in little circles, get the circulation going. Like Jennings said it may be just that you slept on it wrong or pulled it. (Its easy for me to pull a muscle too because my anxiety always gives me tense muscles =/) but I think you'll be just fine. :) Go to the ER tomorrow if it hasn't gotten any better and you need the assurance..sometimes thats all we need.
Posted 4/26/2015 3:15 AM (GMT 0)
Rose, how long since you have had a good check up and blood work, plus EKG?
Posted 4/26/2015 1:30 PM (GMT 0)
Hi!
Today I've woken up feeling MUCH Better! Thank you
My last physical exam was over a year ago, I should get one soon!
Posted 4/26/2015 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
Rose,
Even if muscles don't necessarily feel pulled, they could be strained from a bad nights sleep, resting your head improperly, or even sitting improperly. Glad to hear you're feeling better!!
Posted 4/27/2015 2:31 AM (GMT 0)
Me too...

...sorry I missed this yesterday...hope you continue to feel well! :)

S.C.
Posted 4/27/2015 5:31 PM (GMT 0)
I have a lot of neck pain sometimes I think its tension allergies or sinuses and sitting at a desk all day. Mine can get pretty severe I have prescription medicine to take. I also get them once a month right before my cycle. They can be
horrendous and I hate them so I feel your pain
Posted 4/28/2015 1:57 AM (GMT 0)
Rose, i am sitting here reading this with a crik in my neck, lol, o well "power of suggestion".
I will take my Tylenol and go to bed, Peace

Larry ***
Posted 4/28/2015 7:43 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Rose

I also have a lot of neck pain and it is due to my anxiety and stress levels which can really affect your muscles in your neck and shoulders. If the pain is really worrying you I would recommend that you speak with your doctor about it.

Have you ever had a massage? That can really help to loosen of your neck and shoulder muscles.

Hibee
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