Question 1

why do my head hurt on left side?

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Vague: Need to see a dr. If this is a common occurrence.  You need to have a thorough history and examination.

Question 2

why my head hurt every time i eat?

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Few possibilities: From temporomandibular joint issues to food allergies. Would suggest focusing on quantity and quality or type of food ingested, duration from starting eating to onset of symptoms, does the pain radiate, quality of pain, how long does it last after finishing eating and so on. Start with your dentist or PCP.

Question 3

why does my head hurt when i read?

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Headache reading: May need glasses. Discuss with your Dr.

Question 4

why does my head hurt when i bend over?

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Sinus pressure: What you describe could be due to sinus pressure from congestion.

Question 5

why does my head hurt really bad sometimes?

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Head hurts: Some common conditions that can cause headache are  migraine, tension headache, sinus headache, coffee or alcohol withdraw, high blood pressure, diabetes, medication interactions...please see your doctor as needed. If it is new and getting worse everyday, you should see your doctor sooner rather than later.

Question 6

why does the top of my head hurt when touched?

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Most likely due to: Muscle spasm....Tension headache?

Question 7

why does my head hurt 17 hoihrs out of the day?

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Anything: Your headaches could be coming from tension, dehydration, lack of sleep/poor sleep/teeth grinding, skipping meals, stress, sleep apnea/snoring, or chronic sinus problems.

Question 8

why does my head hurt sometimes at the top of the cantle?

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Hard to tell: We need a full history, eye and neurological examination . Headache can result from stress , eye problems, vascular and neurological problems.

Question 9

why does the crown of my head hurt and it's not a headache?

Accepted Answer

Skin conditions: If the top of your head is tender it may a skin condition known as a kerion which a skin infection of the scalp.  Have a friend take a look at your scalp if it is red, scaly, or crusty see a doctor.  If it is a headache outside of the ordinary seek medical attention.

Question 10

my head hurt everyday around the same time of day. why is that?

Accepted Answer

Headache: Try using ibuprofen, tylenol, (acetaminophen) or Excedrin to help with your headaches.

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