Question About Toddler Neck Pain

I agree - call the doctor, even if only to review what changes in her condition would indicate she's getting worse and should see the doctor.
Ask her to touch her chin to her chest. Make sure you tell the doctor ASAP if she can't, because this could be a sign of meningitis. The good news is that pain caused by meningitis won't respond to motrin. So if you give her some motrin and she feels better, then it isn't meningitis. I learned that after taking my 6 year old to the ER on a Friday evening because she was complaining of neck pain and refusing to get out of bed. That was very unusual behavior for her, so I took it seriously enough to call the doctor. However, at 5 minutes before closing time, the nurse would only tell me to go to the ER. I wish I had known to try motrin first, and if it didn't make her feel much better within an hour, THEN go to the ER.

Anyway, check with the doctor, but don't wait until they are about to leave the office.

S.
SAHM of 3

She could actually be coming down with strep throat. When I got it a year ago, I woke up with neck pain and a headache, which I thought was due to sleeping in a different bed than normal. I felt horrible, but no fever etc until the next day. You could check for blisters in her throat, but for sure if its not better tomorrow I would take her in. It is an easy thing to check for and treat, if you catch it early. HTH!! Good luck with your 3 angels!! ~A.~

Yes, I think you should take her to the doctor and tell him/her all symptoms. Hope she is feeling better soon.

Hi Tiffani,
Yes I would really recommend that you call the doctor. Had she fallen that you know of? Is she crying in pain or just complaining of the discomfort? Sounds like an injury to me if there is no other complaint. Have you tried some pain reliever?
Honest toddler's are pretty tough and it takes alot to hold them down so I would call the doctor.
Best Regards, C.