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Hi, i've been suffering from severe headaches for a week now, they come on all of a sudden and are very very painful. i've never had any pain as bad?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

See a doc NOW!!!!!!!: You do not give your age. If you are over 50, giant cell arteritis is possible. See a doctor immediately as sudden blindness can occur if not quickly diagnosed and treated. Several other causes are also possible but still see a doctor now. If you cannot, go to an er.

Answered 4/18/2013

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A member asked:

Hi, i've been suffering from severe headaches for a week now, they come on all of a sudden and are very very painful. i've never had any pain as bad?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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