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What kind of tests can a neurologist do to figure out why i have left sided temple and eye socket pain? ct and mri of brain are clear. i'm worried.

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Dr. Julie Chao answered

Left side temple: You can do MRI to find out. But if the pain is caused by migraine headaches then I don't think MRI will show anything.

Answered 12/17/2016

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A member asked:

What kind of tests can a neurologist do to figure out why i have left sided temple and eye socket pain? ct and mri of brain are clear. i'm worried.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Julie Chao answered

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