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A member asked:
Do neurologists check for brain tumors by having patients shake their head really fast? because, i tried it, and it caused focal pain in my head.
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Shaking head: Definitely not - neurologist do a very extensive evaluation which does not include shaking your head really fast.. If you shake your head really fast is not a good idea and can be dangerous.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Head pain: Shaking your head fast is not a typical test for determining a brain tumor.
Answered 12/15/2013
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