Question 1

it's normal when having occipital neuralgia that the stabbing pain of right part of my head to get worse when bending forward, i get dizzy also.

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Yes: 20's female asks if "occipital" bone sites of tendon insertion become pained with forward head tilt, ; the answer is yes. Her "dizziness" can also accompany occipital nerve impingement within spastic superior trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles during their contractions.  Undoubtedly she has learned medical jargon about this from having seen a doctor, and if she has not then she should.

Question 2

is  permanent sharp throbbing pain in one side of the head, neck and back pain and scalp sensitive to touch and painful symptoms of occipital neuralgia?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: It could be occipital neuralgia, however neck and back pain are not typical symptoms.  I would suggest having your neck evaluated as well since many of those nerves can travel to both the neck, back and head to cause the symptoms you describe.

Question 3

i hit my head back in 2017 but was never diagnosed with a concussion. ive had migraine-like headaches since then & im afraid i have occipital neuralgia after doing some research. are there any tips on alleviating the pain until i can see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Headche: Occipital neuralgia is an irritation of your  greater occipital nerve.  It can be alleviated by a steroid injection.  Often this done by neurologist.

Question 4

ache(burning) in back right side of head for 3 weeks when i inhale through nose, no pain when i breath through mouth. occipital neuralgia?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: That doesn't sound like occipital neuralgia to me. I would go see a regular doctor for evaluation. He might want to refer you to an ENT specialist.

Question 5

occipital neuralgia: can i get headaches on the top of my head, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Occipital nerve bloc: Occipital neuralgia can result in headaches on top of your head. I would see a pain physician and explore the possibility of getting an occipital nerve block injection with steroids. Another alternative are botox injections in the occipital area. Finally for patients refractory to such injections, occipital nerve decompression performed by a surgeon can be very effective.

Question 6

how far up on the head does occipital neuralgia pain go? does it cause needle like pains in head?

Accepted Answer

All,of it: The occipital nerves supply sensation to,the skull. Is the greater occipital Nerves are irritated, pain can be experienced over the top and into the eye. Lesser occipitals cause pain in the shape,of a banana over the top,of the ears and sides of,the skull. There are good treatments for this. See your local,pain Doctor.

Question 7

hit head 5 months ago hard on the corner of a locker.  was diagnosed with occipital neuralgia.  i just barely hit my head again.  am i ok?  slight ha

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Concussion: The brain is encased in the skull. When you get a hit to the skull the delicate brain tissue responds with pain. Concussions are graded I,II,III. You likely have a Grade ll concussion.
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Consult a Doctor for further evaluation and treatment.

Question 8

i think i might have occipital neuralgia due to sharp shooting pains in my head and neck, is there any point seeing a gp?

Accepted Answer

See below: Seeing your GP could be a good start especially if you need a referral to a specialist. Shooting pain in the head/neck could be occipital neuralgia or related to your cervical spine.  These are common conditions treated by a spine specialist.

Question 9

i've had trigeminal and occipital neuralgia since shingle in my head years ago.started a week ago, big node came out, never happens. very painful. ?

Accepted Answer

See your physician: Given your history, there may be a recurrence of shingles. See your physician to discuss your history and to undergo a physical examination. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/shingles.html

Question 10

does occipital neuralgia cause tingling and numb feeling around one side of forehead and temple and front of head?

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No: This involves the distribution of the Greater Occipital Nerve of Arnold, and the area is behind and above one ear.

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It's normal when having occipital neuralgia that the stabbing pain of right part of my head to get worse when bending forward, i get dizzy also.

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Is permanent sharp throbbing pain in one side of the head, neck and back pain and scalp sensitive to touch and painful symptoms of occipital neuralgia?

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I hit my head back in 2017 but was never diagnosed with a concussion. ive had migraine-like headaches since then & im afraid i have occipital neuralgia after doing some research. are there any tips on alleviating the pain until i can see a doctor?

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Ache(burning) in back right side of head for 3 weeks when i inhale through nose, no pain when i breath through mouth. occipital neuralgia?

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Occipital neuralgia: can i get headaches on the top of my head, what to do?

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How far up on the head does occipital neuralgia pain go? does it cause needle like pains in head?

A member asked:

Hit head 5 months ago hard on the corner of a locker. was diagnosed with occipital neuralgia. i just barely hit my head again. am i ok? slight ha

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I think i might have occipital neuralgia due to sharp shooting pains in my head and neck, is there any point seeing a gp?

A member asked:

I've had trigeminal and occipital neuralgia since shingle in my head years ago.started a week ago, big node came out, never happens. very painful. ?

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Does occipital neuralgia cause tingling and numb feeling around one side of forehead and temple and front of head?

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