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Had 5 sharp sting quickly in back of head above bone on skull. could feel a pulse when i touch it & other side of head too. worried about stroke im18?

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Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

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Not stroke: Pl relax, as stroke symptoms are quite different including numbness, tinglings, light headedness and inability to mover certain parts of body. You may have some cellulitis or local inflammation over scalp which needs to be checked by your doctor or urgent care.

Dr Hakimi agreed

Answered 10/22/2016

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A member asked:

Had 5 sharp sting quickly in back of head above bone on skull. could feel a pulse when i touch it & other side of head too. worried about stroke im18?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Dr Hakimi agreed

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