Neck Problems and Injuries
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have a stiff neck with signs of a serious illness?
See significance of signs of a serious illness if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you have a severe headache?
Yes Do you know or think you have a fever?
Yes Are you vomiting?
Yes Do you think you are confused?
Yes Are you having trouble staying awake or alert?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: August 28, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine H. Michael O'Connor, MD - Emergency Medicine | |
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