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Occipital Neuralgia


Overview of Occipital Neuralgia

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Episodes of pain may occur in the back of the head and upper neck. When these are related to tenderness or inflammation of the nerves supplying this area, the greater and lesser occipital nerves, the condition of occipital neuralgia may occur.

Causes of Occipital Neuralgia

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Irritation of the occipital nerves may occur as the nerve emerges from underneath the neck muscles. These same nerves may also be compressed at their origin in the neck, most commonly the C2 nerve roots.

Signs and Symptoms of Occipital Neuralgia

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Occipital neuralgia produces pain in the back of the head. It may radiate forward or into the neck. Although the pain is episodic, it may last for extended periods of time.



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Medical Content Last Updated on 07/12/2008

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