It is striking how similar the symptoms that many of you have are to people who have been diagnosed with Eagle's Syndrome. I myself had my salivary gland removed a year ago to 'relieve' symptoms of carotidynia, but it didn't work. In my research since, I have found that my symptoms mirror those of a person with ES, and I am currently attempting to get a diagnosis. If your pain is anything like mine, I have great empathy... Would love to hear from anyone who has experienced the ice-pick ear/neck pain. Tracey