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I'm 31, male, i've had frequent pain in my temples for months, usually when i lie down on my side or move my neck a certain way. why is that?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not sure why: "positional" aggravation of your pain but you should see your PCP (Primary Care Provider) for possible testing to rule out TEMPORAL ARTERITIS a potentially serious condition.... Generally a simple test called a SEDIMENTATION RATE may rule this diagnosis out! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 12/12/2015

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A member asked:

I'm 31, male, i've had frequent pain in my temples for months, usually when i lie down on my side or move my neck a certain way. why is that?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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