Question 1

why do i get headaches above my left eye & they never go away?

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Need more info: First, forget right or left because no disease process is always on left side of the head in all patients. If a pain is always (not 99%) but always on the same side be very concerned about a structural problems which can include many local diseases such as sinusitis, bone infection, brain tumors, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformation & even migraine (but note 100% unilaterality in migraine is rare.

Question 2

i have been getting headache twangs above left eye for past two weeks. it is intermittent and sometimes moves to top of head on opposite side.

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We can't diagnose: this with the available info. Don't know severity or accompanying symptoms. But, if significant in intensity, medical assessment may help to get to the bottom of this. Take care.

Question 3

what to do if i got a terrible headache above my left eye?

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"Red flag": New onset headache is always a red flag. When evaluating a patient's headache, it is imperative that the clinician first identify and exclude a secondary headache based on history and clinical examination before proceeding to the diagnosis of the specific primary headache disorder.
Rec.: see orofacial pain or headache specialist for evaluation.

Question 4

i'm getting multiple sharp headaches above my left eye and left temple a day.  what could be the cause?

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Dry eyes: Sharp pains over the eyes are more often than not related to the common dry eyes.  Use some artificial tears and see how it works out!

Question 5

every morning for the past five days i have had a severe headache above my left eye that starts once i am up and about? i have sinus issues.

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Possible sinusitis: this could be a result of a sinusitis or sinus congestion.  You should try some decongestants and see your internist or ENT specialist to follow-up this week.

Question 6

for the past couple months my husband has been having dizzy spells followed by a headache above his left eye that sometimes reaches the back of his head.it lasts from 5min to an hour. what could this be?

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See your doctor: With these kinds of symptoms and their persistent nature, it's best if you see your doctor.  He/she will listen to you, do an examination, possibly run some tests and let you know what's going on.

Question 7

headache above/behind left eye, and neck pain on left side of base of skull/upperneck for almost 2 months. ct scan norm.  ana +, scl-70 +.

Accepted Answer

Obtain brain &amp;cspine: Consider obtaining a brain and cervical spine MRI to evaluate for possible cause coming from the spine or the back of the head.all migraines deserve one Brain MRI and an evaluation of triggers for the Migraines by a neurologist.

Question 8

tooth & nose pain and headache above the left eye that increases after sleeping. i am breastfeeding since 3 w. taking motilium, folic, iron, calcium.?

Accepted Answer

? sinus infection: Sounds like a sinus infection. See your doctor and get checked out.

Question 9

i have a continuous headache right above my left eye and im feeing extra tired. i sleep through most of the day?

Accepted Answer

Possible migraine: There is a type of migraine headache syndrome which may be associated with these symptoms .Avoid deli meat, chocolate and aged cheeses. Take Motrin and rest in a dark room. Stay well hydrated, and please see a physician. For fever, vomiting, neck stiffness or severe pain, see the Emergency room.

Question 10

tooth pain, nose pain and headache located above the left eye that increases after sleeping. causes?

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All the above?: Can cause headache. See u pcp for evaluation and treatment.

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Why do i get headaches above my left eye & they never go away?

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I have been getting headache twangs above left eye for past two weeks. it is intermittent and sometimes moves to top of head on opposite side.

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What to do if i got a terrible headache above my left eye?

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I'm getting multiple sharp headaches above my left eye and left temple a day. what could be the cause?

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Every morning for the past five days i have had a severe headache above my left eye that starts once i am up and about? i have sinus issues.

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For the past couple months my husband has been having dizzy spells followed by a headache above his left eye that sometimes reaches the back of his head.it lasts from 5min to an hour. what could this be?

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Headache above/behind left eye, and neck pain on left side of base of skull/upperneck for almost 2 months. ct scan norm. ana +, scl-70 +.

A member asked:

Tooth & nose pain and headache above the left eye that increases after sleeping. i am breastfeeding since 3 w. taking motilium, folic, iron, calcium.?

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I have a continuous headache right above my left eye and im feeing extra tired. i sleep through most of the day?

A member asked:

Tooth pain, nose pain and headache located above the left eye that increases after sleeping. causes?

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