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Experiencing a sharp pain on the right side of my head and numbness in the face what could that be?

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Dr. David Lundin answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Stroke: The most serious thing this could be is a stroke. You should seek immediate medical care.

Answered 4/8/2013

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