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Neck pain

Neck pain is a common condition that can affect anyone. Learn what can cause neck pain and how to treat it here.

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Bladder-neck incision

Prostate trouble is common. If your medication does not help or symptoms are severe, a bladder-neck incision should relieve your symptoms.

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Torticollis

Woken up with a stiff and painful neck that’s twisted to one side? You may have torticollis. Learn about its causes, symptoms and treatments.

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Whiplash

Whiplash is an injury to the neck. Find out about its causes, diagnosis and treatment.

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Tracheostomy

A tracheostomy is a small surgical opening in your neck that allows you to breathe through your throat instead of your nose and mouth.

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Chiropractors and chiropractic treatment

Chiropractors use therapies, such as chiropractic manipulation and massage, to help treat and prevent musculoskeletal problems including back and neck pain.

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Chest injuries

Chest injury is any injury to the chest area, between the neck and the abdomen. Learn about the signs of injury and treatments.

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Ear diseases and disorders

Ear conditions may be caused by problems in the ear, the neck, sinuses or head. Babies and children are more vulnerable to ear infection. Learn more here.

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Thyroid gland

Your thyroid gland sits in the front of your neck and helps control your metabolism. Read about the different thyroid hormones and thyroid problems.

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Goitre

Goitre is a swelling at the base of your neck. It's caused by an enlarged thyroid gland. Find out more about causes, symptoms and treatments here.

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