Carotidynia
Carotidynia
Carotidynia (pronounced: kuh-rot-id-in-ee-uh) is a rare syndrome characterized by neck pain in the region of the carotid artery. The term is derived from the Greek words 'karōtis' meaning 'drowsiness' and 'odynē' meaning 'pain'.
Definition
Carotidynia is a syndrome that presents as unilateral neck pain, typically localized to the region of the carotid bifurcation. The pain is often described as throbbing or pulsating and may be exacerbated by neck movement or palpation of the carotid pulse.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of carotidynia is neck pain, typically localized to the region of the carotid artery. Other symptoms may include a pulsating sensation in the neck, tenderness over the carotid artery, and sometimes, a swollen or enlarged carotid artery.
Causes
The exact cause of carotidynia is unknown. However, it is thought to be related to inflammation of the carotid artery. Other potential causes include migraine, fibromyalgia, and temporal arteritis.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of carotidynia is primarily based on clinical examination and patient history. Imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI may be used to rule out other conditions that can cause similar symptoms.
Treatment
Treatment for carotidynia primarily involves managing the symptoms. This may include pain relief medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, and in some cases, corticosteroids. In rare cases, surgical intervention may be necessary.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Carotidynia
- Wikipedia's article - Carotidynia
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