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I get a pain on the top, left side of my head, when i bend over or stretch my arms. the pain is towards the front and lasts less than a second?

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

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Vague: Bending over symptoms may reflect a sinus issue but stretching arms may signal potentially a pinched nerve. Really hard to say without a thorough history and exam.

Answered 11/10/2014

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A member asked:

I get a pain on the top, left side of my head, when i bend over or stretch my arms. the pain is towards the front and lasts less than a second?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

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