Experiencing Pain Behind Eye And Temple Area With Headache. What Could Be The Cause?
Question: My wife is experincing pain behind her right eye and temple area. Sudden onset. Has had a headache most of the day.
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,
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Well looking into your query I will like to tell you that you should see a physician immediately as in my opinion your wife could be suffering from Giant cell arteritis which leads to headche and pain over temporal region .
Although since many other possibilities exist like some local eye pathology also needs to be ruled out it is very necessary to get her examined . A CBC , ESR , an eye examination will be required at least .
Only after examination exact cause can be determined and treatment will be according to that .
I think you should see a doctor early for this .
Take care.
Dr. Shruti
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