Neck stiffness
Conditions
Aneurysm
An aneurysm is a bulge in a blood vessel caused by a weakness in the blood vessel wall, usually where it branches.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Weakness of one side of the body
- Severe headache
- Numbness or tingling on one side of body
- Headache that came on suddenly
- Neck stiffness
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Aneurysm.
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Cervical spondylosis
Cervical spondylosis is a medical term used to refer to age-related ‘wear and tear’ that can affect bones and tissues in the neck.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Neck pain
- Arm pain
- Neck stiffness
- Pain in shoulder
- Headache
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Cervical spondylosis.
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Meningitis
Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges).
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Headache
- High temperature
- Neck stiffness
- Neck pain
- Eyes sensitive to light
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Meningitis.
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Polymyalgia rheumatica
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a condition that causes pain, stiffness and inflammation in the muscles around the shoulders, neck and hips.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Aching muscles all over body
- Unusually tired
- Hip pain
- Pain in shoulder
- Neck stiffness
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Polymyalgia rheumatica.
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Subarachnoid haemorrhage
A subarachnoid haemorrhage is a type of stroke caused by bleeding in and around the brain.
Symptoms of this condition may include:
- Headache that came on suddenly
- Severe headache
- Feeling sick or nausea
- Vomiting
- Eyes sensitive to light
Our Health A-Z contains more information on Subarachnoid haemorrhage.
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Important: If you have these symptoms, they may be unrelated to any of these conditions listed. If you are concerned about your symptoms then you should see a doctor.
