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Severe pain on top left side of head when standing up from sitting or lying down. painful, throbbing, stabbing. lasts about 5 minutes. ?
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Some considerations: Might wonder if jaw or dentition playing a role, but pain could be secondary to neck, plexus locations. Certainly might consider even sinus problems. Have your regular doctor evaluate these possibilities.
Answered 5/3/2016
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