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I have pain back of my head, specially behind my ear. my doctor recommend me over-the-counter pain med. it's not working. who should i see or what do?

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Dr. Gregory Hines answered

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Go back: See your regular doctor again. He/she may want to send you to a neurologist or other headache specialist, or try something else.

Answered 11/21/2016

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A member asked:

I have pain back of my head, specially behind my ear. my doctor recommend me over-the-counter pain med. it's not working. who should i see or what do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gregory Hines answered

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