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9 days ago i started having intermittent sharp pains on the rh side of my head. the spot is tender to touch but not extremely sore. no head injuries. ?

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Neuralgia: Most likely you're having neuralgia symptoms coming from a scalp nerve. These are not serious and may resolve in time. See your physician if they persist or worsen.

Answered 9/29/2016

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