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I have this sharp pain on the side of my head also at the back of my head what do you think it could be?

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Hard to tell: We need more info to know...Nature, severity, how long have you had it, and other physical and medical issues need to be evaluated...I strongly suggest that you make an appointment with your family doc for an evaluation...

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 2/24/2013

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