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Sanford, FL
A 67-year-old female asked:

Can a headache on the back and side of the head (right over the right ear) be from tension? i am a senior and have not had a migraine in years.

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Dr. Ronald Krauser
A Verified Doctoranswered
Rheumatology 54 years experience
Possibly: However, severe headaches in individuals over 60 require evaluation. A disorder known as giant cell or temporal arteritis can be ruled out usually by simple lab tests. See a doctor.
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