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Since doc order a mri 4-18-13 of brain it was normal & mra dec2012, what can b causing these deep painful sharp pain n my head, all these has, lighthead?

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Dr. Amy Levine answered

Unknown: The exact cause of headaches is frequently a mystery. Typically, imaging is not done to find the cause, but to make sure there is not a cause (such as a tumor).

Dr Janjua agreed

Answered 12/18/2014

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A member asked:

Since doc order a mri 4-18-13 of brain it was normal & mra dec2012, what can b causing these deep painful sharp pain n my head, all these has, lighthead?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amy Levine answered

Dr Janjua agreed

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