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Bayamón, PR
August 18
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Are you asking about cervicalgia (neck pain) and its connection to lupus?

Cervicalgia, or neck pain, can be related to lupus in a few ways. Lupus causes widespread inflammation, and that inflammation can affect the joints and muscles in the neck, leading to pain and stiffness.

Here are some ways lupus may contribute to neck Show Full Answer

Are you asking about cervicalgia (neck pain) and its connection to lupus?

Cervicalgia, or neck pain, can be related to lupus in a few ways. Lupus causes widespread inflammation, and that inflammation can affect the joints and muscles in the neck, leading to pain and stiffness.

Here are some ways lupus may contribute to neck pain:

- Joint inflammation – Lupus can inflame the small joints in the cervical spine (neck area)
- Muscle pain (myalgia) – Lupus-related muscle aches can affect the neck and shoulders
- Occipital neuralgia – Inflammation of the nerves in the neck, sometimes linked to lupus, can cause pain radiating from the neck upward
- Posture changes – Pain and inflammation elsewhere in the body can shift how you move, putting extra strain on the neck

It's really important to let your rheumatologist know about any neck pain. They can help figure out whether lupus is the cause and work with your care team on a treatment plan that's right for you.

August 18
A MyLupusTeam Member

I've been dealing with neck pain for some weeks, my ENT is recommending a CTscan since she's clearing me of ENT things, it's so interesting too.

August 19
A MyLupusTeam Member

I get neck pain and pain in the bra strap area of the back that can be excruciating.

August 19 (edited)
A MyLupusTeam Member

I never heard of it but I do get bad neck pains. Te diagnosticaron con esto?

August 18
A MyLupusTeam Member

Good morning wow first time ever hearing this …

August 19