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Sudden split-second pin-like stabbing behind right eye. feels like something is also behind my right cheek/nose. its not my sinuses. possible causes?
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Needs attention: You should get this checked out! Most of the time this is due to tiny orbital nerves which can "fire off" but you should have an eye examination by a OPTHAMALOGIST Eye conditions such as GLAUCOMA are unlikely but certainly should be ruled out! Hope this is helpful Dr Z
Answered 7/14/2018
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