Question 1

pain at base of skull on both sides sometimes goes away although there may still be a feeling of pressure just getting over a cold, can hurt coughing?

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Neuritis: 20&#x27;s male with bilateral pain base of skull that increases w. Coughing might have occipital neuritis, chiari malformatiion or other problem.  A neurologist might be best specialist to diagnose and advise.

Question 2

what causes pain at base of skull and below ears on both sides? not like a usual headache just pain.

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Some thots: You might be having jaw issues, "TMJ", and dentist can assess.  Neck problems could also cause pain in these areas.  An X ray could reveal answer.

Question 3

why do i have two indentations in my skull that are symmetrical on both sides with one slightly bigger than the other? i have no pain, no dizziness, no vision problems, no nausea, nothing i just noticed them tonight. is that normal?

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Can't say: Only a direct exam along with a review of your history could begin to sort this out. Your vague description does not give enough information to form an opinion.

Question 4

spots in my hair i keep scratching & end up picking out dandruff stuck to skull. both sides of top head and middle of front. middle front part now has less hair but not sides of top. coz of balding or scratching?! (also have bald patch right by chin)

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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. A few of the possibilities are dandruff, psoriasis and lice.  
Wish you good health!

Question 5

can the sides of a person's skull be different sizes?

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Yes: In today's world most skull asymmetry acquired by babies laying on back and causing closure of cranial sutures asymmetrically, one side more than other, so called plagiocephaly. Sometimes congenital asymmetric fusion of cranial sutures is cause.More unusual cause would be asymmetry of face and skull with one side larger called hemihypertrophy. If one side of brain smaller than other, another cause

Question 6

which skull xay position shows the entire skull? which skull position shows sides of the skull?

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: AP and lateral is my guess.

Question 7

hello,

i have a sensation like something cold is dripping inside my skull on the left side. these is no pain or other symptoms. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Need evaluation: Unable to guide without a detailed history and then further testing.

Question 8

what do symptoms of tingling on the right side of your skull mean?

Accepted Answer

Irritated nerve: Symptoms indicate irritated or pinched nerve is scalp or neck.

Question 9

what could cause extreme pain at the base of the skull on the right side?

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Muscle or headache.: Neck strains - from poor posture, whiplash or vigorous exercise can cause muscle strains that you feel at the base of the skull (that's where some neck muscles attach).  Certain types of headaches can do this as well.  I'd try some Ibuprofen or alleve and see if it improves.  If you start having blurry or double vision, nausea, or fevers, i'd see your doctor right away!  cheers!

Question 10

can you get spasms in de back and side of your head near base of the skull?

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Neck pain: Yes it suggests a musculoskeletal problem.

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Pain at base of skull on both sides sometimes goes away although there may still be a feeling of pressure just getting over a cold, can hurt coughing?

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What causes pain at base of skull and below ears on both sides? not like a usual headache just pain.

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Why do i have two indentations in my skull that are symmetrical on both sides with one slightly bigger than the other? i have no pain, no dizziness, no vision problems, no nausea, nothing i just noticed them tonight. is that normal?

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Spots in my hair i keep scratching & end up picking out dandruff stuck to skull. both sides of top head and middle of front. middle front part now has less hair but not sides of top. coz of balding or scratching?! (also have bald patch right by chin)

A member asked:

Can the sides of a person's skull be different sizes?

A member asked:

Which skull xay position shows the entire skull? which skull position shows sides of the skull?

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Hello, i have a sensation like something cold is dripping inside my skull on the left side. these is no pain or other symptoms. what could it be?

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What do symptoms of tingling on the right side of your skull mean?

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What could cause extreme pain at the base of the skull on the right side?

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Can you get spasms in de back and side of your head near base of the skull?

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