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What's this very strong pain i'm having shooting/throbbing from the back of my neck (right side) to the top of my head and over my right eye?

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Dr. Bruce Saran answered

Tension headache. : Sound like it could be a classic tension headache. Other possibility is a sinus headache with refered pain. Try Ibuprofen and if not better or a history of sinus problems go to your doctor.

Dr Khanifar agreed

Answered 11/19/2020

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A member asked:

What's this very strong pain i'm having shooting/throbbing from the back of my neck (right side) to the top of my head and over my right eye?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Saran answered

Dr Khanifar agreed

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