extreme pain in vein in the left side of neck

[MrRonM87]

Hi there. Im having an intense pain in what feels like the vein running through the left side of my neck. It doesn't matter weather I touch it directly under my jaw, or below my Adams apple close to my collar bone, it's still throbbing and has a stabbing like pain. I haven't strained my neck  in any way and this has been happening for at least 4 days now and progressively getting worse. Should I be worried?

[Stat123]

You should see a doctor immediately.  Have an ultrasound to make sure its not a clog.

[caregiver222]

I concur in the advice to see a physician immediately. As mentioned your symptoms are a hallmark of a carotid artery blockage or a developing aneurysm. There is mortality associated with both these conditions is not promptly addressed.

[slaytheday]

Hi.

  I'm so sorry that you're having this worrisome pain.

  You should see a dr. Immediately.  This could be a sign that your left carotid artery has a blockage.

  It could also be a pulled muscle, pinched nerve, really there's nothing I can do but guess it could be so many different causes for that symptom.

  Do see a doc though just in case it's serious.

  I hope it's not and that all goes well.

Blessings,

  Melinda