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Pain in left temple that lasts two or three days and then stops for a few days. dull pain that can make skin sensitive and left side of head sensitive?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Temporal arteritis: can present this way....its important you get this checked out. A simple blood test (Sedimentation rate) can be useful! Speak with your PCP (primary Care Provider) ASAP Hope this helps! Dr Z

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Answered 9/24/2016

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A member asked:

Pain in left temple that lasts two or three days and then stops for a few days. dull pain that can make skin sensitive and left side of head sensitive?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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