I carry my stress on the right side of my neck down to the shoulder muscle. A few months ago I got tennis elbow. that no longer hurts. then recently I couldn t lift anything with my right hand. The pain is between my thumb & pointer finger. It is a little swollen. Since the birth of my children my wrist have been weak (15yrs) and getting worse. Recently I found a massage therapist who worked on my neck and shoulders and what a relief!!! I can lift items again. I am not sure what doctor to look for or just stay with massages.
Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of mild soreness and swelling on my neck. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like reactionary lymphadinitis, tonsillitis, viral infection or allergic reaction. Stiffness of neck can also occur due to cervical problem, muscle spasm, dental abscess or TMJ dysfunction. You should consult an Otolaryngologies and get evaluated and get tested for bacterial infection like throat swab test and viral infection like viral culture test to rule out the exact cause of infection and treatment can be planned accordingly. Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or anti-viral depending upon the diagnosis. Doctor may also refer you to dentist for dental abscess. For now apply warm compresses to swelling and take anti histamine like Ben Chat Doctor. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,