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I have been experiencing sharp ice pick type headaches in the back of the head in the back right base of the skull which come and go intermittently.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Stanley Halpern answered

Headaches: You should see a neurologist for further evaluation and diagnosis. Don't mess with this. Your body is talking to you.

Answered 2/13/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your PCP: Any headache must be viewed as a valid medical disorder and the headache assessment must be comprehensive. See your PCP for evaluation, tests, imaging and treatment options.

Dr Italia agreed

Answered 3/21/2015

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A member asked:

I have been experiencing sharp ice pick type headaches in the back of the head in the back right base of the skull which come and go intermittently.

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Stanley Halpern answered

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr Italia agreed

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