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I have had these shooting pains, on top my head.send a pain signal deep, in my head. what could this be?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Shooting pains: Are u on medications?, history of migraines?. Any other medical illnesses?. Best to review with your family doctor first.

Dr Hadied agreed

Answered 3/12/2013

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A member asked:

I have had these shooting pains, on top my head.send a pain signal deep, in my head. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Ali answered

Dr Hadied agreed

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