Fiddler's neck
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fiddler-s-neck-200-4480015
title:
Fiddler's neck
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Fiddler's neck is an occupational disease that affects violin and viola players. It is a cutaneous condition usually characterized by redness, thickening, and inflammation on the left side of the neck below the angle of the jaw where the instrument is held. Acne-like lesions and cysts may form at the site due to foreign body reactions, and infections may also occur due to poor hygiene. The primary causes of fiddler's neck are constant friction and local pressure. It is well known among professio
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Medical condition
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiddler%27s_neck
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2024-04-10T22:38:55Z
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