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Why is it that i always feel pain on my occipital lobe? and sometimes accompanied by neck pain

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See details: It is most likely to be an issue with the cervical spine. Have it evaluated and x rays done. if indicated.

Dr Finkelstein agreed

Answered 6/12/2014

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