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Sharp pain in left side of head near temple lasts for 30 seconds happens 2 or 3 times a day happened for a week now ?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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This area: you are "describing" sounds like it may be your temporal ARTERY and inflammation of that artery may be connected with some important medical conditions! JUST BECAUSE OF THE LOCATION , I suggest a HANDS ON examination by your PCP (Primary Care Provider) Hope this is helpful Dr Z

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Answered 6/9/2018

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A member asked:

Sharp pain in left side of head near temple lasts for 30 seconds happens 2 or 3 times a day happened for a week now ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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