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Hi im getting a sharp pain at the top of my head which is also sore to touch what could it be.have taken paracetamol and its not reliving it?

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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Sharp pain: Did you hit your head in the past? Is there a sore or lump there? If it persists, see your doctor because it may need imaging studies.

Answered 11/22/2012

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A member asked:

Hi im getting a sharp pain at the top of my head which is also sore to touch what could it be.have taken paracetamol and its not reliving it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

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