Question 1

what could be the cause of electric shock like headache  on one side of my head that lasts for a split second most times but do last for abt 10sec?

Accepted Answer

Many causes, unlikel: There may be many causes for a shock like symptom related to the head and spine, and there is no easy explanation.  If this is a new symptom, a head ct is advised to exclude mass effect.  Symptoms may be radiating from the cervical spine or related to an intracranial lesion or even a chiari malformation.  Follow up with internist and possibly brain MRI in setting of continued symptoms.

Question 2

getting electric shock in head sometimes leading to headaches ?

Accepted Answer

Shocks in head: and headaches at time.  Please start by seeing your doc.  He/she may refer you to a neurologist who can test your nerves.  Peace and good health.

Question 3

getting electric shock in head and sometimes gives me headache what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Neurological: It appears that you have something involving your nervous system and this should be evaluated by a neurologist

Question 4

i had a electric shock from my hoover yesterday today i have had a headache all day on one side of my head can this be connected to what happened?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Yes is possible. Recommend a physician evaluation for this either Healthtap or in person

Question 5

had cardiac mri today, but during the scanning i got sever headaches like there where electric shock in one side of head. i have a reveal linq,normal?

Accepted Answer

MRI - Device Present: Some heart pacemakers and other devices are now being engineered to be MRI safe.  Most stents are safe after a 6 to 12 week wait for the vessel wall lining to cover them with a fresh layer of cells. The implanting MD can tell you if it is safe to have a MRI.in all cases

Question 6

significant hearing/sight disturbances & electric shock type pain in head during eeg hyperventilation. normal or seizure? or something else??

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: Anytime I hear someone say they have significant changes in vision or hearing -- I always advise them to follow up with their physician as soon as possible for evaluation.  As these symptoms can be implicated in such a wide variety of conditions - it's the only prudent course of action.  Make an appointment ASAP.  If symptoms worsen, head to the ER. Hope you feel better &amp; good luck!

Question 7

electric shock like pain at right side head along with jaw. just for fraction of second the pain came and gone. what it can be? bp is normal.

Accepted Answer

Explanation :  Your symptoms look serious for me and we need more information about it: when did it start, how often, how severe, what other problems with your health and many other questions. Please, see a doctor if it is going on for a while.

Question 8

i get horrible jolting pain when i turn my neck to the left. the pain feels like an electric shock and shoots to the top of my head. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Facets: There are a number of possibilities, and I would not hesitate to be seen for it.  One possible cause is a problem with a facet joint in your neck.  Facet joint problems are usually aggravated by rotation or extension if the neck and are often associated with pain that goes up into the head.  A detailed exam and appropriate studies can usually find the cause.

Question 9

what are the effects of electric shock to the back of the head?

Accepted Answer

Electric shock: The effects of an electrical shock depends upon the amount of current and how long of a contact was made.
Mostly, small shocks cause some local tissue swelling and pain.  Unlikely to affect your brain as the way electricity runs is through the low resistance parts of the body.  Might get some neck pain, some neuralgias of the scalp. Again, effects depend upon the amount of current really.

Question 10

i have been experiencing a strange sharp shooting pain on the right side of my head for the last three days. short of like a small electric shock.  ?

Accepted Answer

Need a bit more : information regarding duration of pain, radiation, associated symptoms if any and prior history of headaches, scalp/brain surgery, recent trauma, fevers and overall health.  Additionally, any new medications would be useful.  In general, pain that lasts but a few seconds, is easily located  and has no other significant symptoms is benign.  That being said,, any changes should be evaluated by PCP.

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What could be the cause of electric shock like headache on one side of my head that lasts for a split second most times but do last for abt 10sec?

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Getting electric shock in head sometimes leading to headaches ?

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Getting electric shock in head and sometimes gives me headache what can it be?

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I had a electric shock from my hoover yesterday today i have had a headache all day on one side of my head can this be connected to what happened?

A member asked:

Had cardiac mri today, but during the scanning i got sever headaches like there where electric shock in one side of head. i have a reveal linq,normal?

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Significant hearing/sight disturbances & electric shock type pain in head during eeg hyperventilation. normal or seizure? or something else??

A member asked:

Electric shock like pain at right side head along with jaw. just for fraction of second the pain came and gone. what it can be? bp is normal.

A member asked:

I get horrible jolting pain when i turn my neck to the left. the pain feels like an electric shock and shoots to the top of my head. what is this?

A member asked:

What are the effects of electric shock to the back of the head?

A member asked:

I have been experiencing a strange sharp shooting pain on the right side of my head for the last three days. short of like a small electric shock. ?

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