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Random dull achy throbbing pain in right side of head before temple area. no fever. what could be causing it? lasts like 10 sec then goes away.

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

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See your PCP: for examination and tests to rule out temporal arteritis. Initially the headache may be the only presenting symptom with the temporal and occipital regions being the most common locations. Tender spots or nodules may be present in the scalp, especially over inflamed arteries. See your PCP for evaluation and diagnosis.

Dr A Freisleben-Cook and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/12/2016

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A member asked:

Random dull achy throbbing pain in right side of head before temple area. no fever. what could be causing it? lasts like 10 sec then goes away.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Grin answered

Dr A Freisleben-Cook and 2 doctors agreed

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