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What Could Cause Sharp Head Pain And Spasm?
Left side of head wave of sharp pain feels like a pain spasm last less then a minute. Had it like once or twice a day for the last couple of days. Also left side ear to jaw momentary throbbing wave of pain had today new onset. Not sure if I need to go to the doctor.
Wed, 3 Aug 2016
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These sound like what are called ice pick headaches and they are related to migraines and they are treated with a medication called propranolol. Nothing too serious but since I can't examine you you should have a doctor check it out
These sound like what are called ice pick headaches and they are related to migraines and they are treated with a medication called propranolol. Nothing too serious but since I can't examine you you should have a doctor check it out
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