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I get a deep throbbing pain in the left side of my head, behind my eye, and my left temple. it wakes me up or knocks me down depending when it hits.

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Dr. John Feola answered

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R/O TENSION HA: The 4 basic headaches are Tension, Sinus,migraine and cluster. The muscles that originate at the base of the neck insert near the temple. Rest /ice and a darkened room may help. Also a NSAID like Aleve (naproxen) /daypro. Muscle relaxant ie KLONOPIN/ FLEXERIL . Meditation/Yoga/Biofeedback. GF DIET WHOLEAPPROACH.com You need a full exam an blood work to be through. If symptoms worsen seek medical evaluation

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Answered 10/28/2022

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A member asked:

I get a deep throbbing pain in the left side of my head, behind my eye, and my left temple. it wakes me up or knocks me down depending when it hits.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Feola answered

Dr Kuitems and 5 doctors agreed

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