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I have had this pain on the right side of my temple continously for about six months. i have stopped taking painkillers?

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Dr. William Newton answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Specialist: If you have not seen a specialist about this now is the time. This could be from a blood vessel in this area that is inflamed. Could also be referred pain from TMJ or even a trigger point.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/15/2016

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A member asked:

I have had this pain on the right side of my temple continously for about six months. i have stopped taking painkillers?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. William Newton answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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