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What is causing the dull pain in my upper neck at the back of my skull behind my right ear? this came after having 3 days of a migraine.

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Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

See your doctor: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor. This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

What is causing the dull pain in my upper neck at the back of my skull behind my right ear? this came after having 3 days of a migraine.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sparacino answered

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