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The whole left side of my face has been sensitive for about a week. i get a shooting, sharp pain on my outer ear and head behind my ear. what's wrong?

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Dr. Leroy Fleischer answered

Pinched nerve: You might have oinched a nerve in your neck, see your doctor if it is not getting better soon.

Answered 11/25/2012

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Infection: May have eat infection, tooth infection, or tmj. Not to mention tension headaches. Would monitor for triggers, alleviating factors, duration. Try otc pain meds for a week. If no better or progressing, see a doc.

Answered 8/3/2018

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A member asked:

The whole left side of my face has been sensitive for about a week. i get a shooting, sharp pain on my outer ear and head behind my ear. what's wrong?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Leroy Fleischer answered

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