Neck pain after drinking may be caused by neck muscle spasm, cervical spondylosis, gout and so on. 1. Neck muscle spasm: After drinking alcohol, if the sleeping position is not appropriate, the neck is cold, it is easy to cause muscle spasm, neck pain, stiffness and other symptoms. 2. Cervical spondylosis: due to long-term strain on the cervical spine, thus degenerative lesions occur, so that the vertebral artery, cervical nerve roots and other pressure, manifested as neck pain, stiffness, discomfort and other symptoms. After drinking alcohol, if you do not pay attention to the body posture, the cervical spine increased force, it is likely to aggravate the symptoms of cervical spondylosis, showing neck pain. 3. Gout: After drinking alcohol, the body’s metabolism of ethanol at the same time, inducing an increase in the level of lactic acid in the serum, and lactic acid will indirectly lead to an increase in the concentration of blood uric acid, which in turn causes gout attacks, manifested as neck pain. In addition to the above reasons, trauma, myofasciitis, tumors, etc. may also lead to neck pain after drinking. If you have neck pain after drinking alcohol and it is difficult to be relieved on your own, it is recommended to go to the hospital in time for a relevant examination, a clear diagnosis and then follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment.