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I was punched in the left side of my head last month. went to the e.r. but was ok. lately my head twitches on that side now. what could it be?serious?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: It may be but can be serious. You need to see a doctor asap to make sure no serious nerve damage has occurred.

Answered 2/21/2014

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A member asked:

I was punched in the left side of my head last month. went to the e.r. but was ok. lately my head twitches on that side now. what could it be?serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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