Why Am I Getting Pain In Torso Radiating To The Head?

Posted on Sat, 22 Dec 2012

Question: I got a dull but pain in the right side of my torso that radiated up to the right of my head. It happened while I was in bed last night. It also happeend about 2 weeks ago. I remember very well that the exact same thing happened in the 1990's while I was driving my car. But then nothing until 2 weeks ago. It only lasts a few minutes then goes away. Do you have any idea what that could be?-

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (5 hours later)

Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The sudden momentary pan on the right side of the torso radiating to the head can be due to a tension headache, electrolyte imbalance or dehydration. This is not likely to be associated with any serous disorder.
You can concentrate on having a healthy diet and do some mind and body relaxation exercises for relief. In case the episodes are recurrent then a physician evaluation is recommended.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.

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