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Suggest Remedy For Pulsating Vein In Head And Throbbing Headache

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Posted on Thu, 19 Nov 2015
Question: Hi When I touched the side left of my head between the temple and the ear I can feel my veins pumping and I have a headache around my eyes. Anything serious?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (12 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Temporal arteritis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

You should be evaluated by your primary care Doctor.

First diagnosis that comes to mind after your description is temporal arteritis, a condition where the artery that supplies temples and side of the head is thickened and affected by inflamation.

The check up consists on clinical examination, sedimentation rate ( ESR ) or/and temporal artery biopsy.

If diagnosis is confirmed, treatment consists on steroids antiinflamatory drugs use.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)
Thanks Doc. I have set up a apt for today afternoon. Will let you know. xxxxx
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (14 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You are welcome.

Detailed Answer:
Okay then, awaiting for the results.

Greetings.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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Suggest Remedy For Pulsating Vein In Head And Throbbing Headache

Brief Answer: Temporal arteritis. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. You should be evaluated by your primary care Doctor. First diagnosis that comes to mind after your description is temporal arteritis, a condition where the artery that supplies temples and side of the head is thickened and affected by inflamation. The check up consists on clinical examination, sedimentation rate ( ESR ) or/and temporal artery biopsy. If diagnosis is confirmed, treatment consists on steroids antiinflamatory drugs use. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.