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68wf. headache on left side of face.-5days. top of head on the left ,temple ,the top of left ear were painful to touch . taking ibuprofen. now started sharp stabbing pains on that same side (temple behind left ear radiating to left jaw)?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Of concern : For shingles as many times one sided pain predates in time the rash. Temporal arteritis comes to mind also, aside from TMJ arthritis and among others. Would suggest a quick check in with your primary care doc who would be in the best position to further address.

Answered 9/29/2020

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