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For a week i've been having a coming and going pain right side of head over ear. not sharp. feel it more when laying down. tumor?!

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UNLIKELY: Most likely you are having an issue with the greater occipital nerve of arnold on the right. Check in with your doctor, as these issues can easily be handled and are relatively self limited and benign.

Answered 3/8/2014

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A member asked:

For a week i've been having a coming and going pain right side of head over ear. not sharp. feel it more when laying down. tumor?!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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