Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Is This Sharp Pain Behind My Left Ear And Back Of My Head?
hi
At very random points I get a very sharp pain in the back of my head behind my left ear. This just started a couple months ago. It doesn't happen very often but when it does happen its in the same exact spot every time, and doesn't last long at all, but is very sharp. like its there and then it gone. I haven't had any head trauma recently so i was wondering what it could be.
At very random points I get a very sharp pain in the back of my head behind my left ear. This just started a couple months ago. It doesn't happen very often but when it does happen its in the same exact spot every time, and doesn't last long at all, but is very sharp. like its there and then it gone. I haven't had any head trauma recently so i was wondering what it could be.
Thu, 13 Aug 2015
Hello,
You may have a stress reaction with your jaw such as clenching your teeth. This pressure can cause a radiating pain. Damage to teeth, muscles and TMJ ( temporomandibular joint ) can occur. The condition is known as bruxism . There can be many reasons for bruxism like stress , misalignment of teeth or problem in TMJ it self . The pain related to TMJ radiate to the entire face and even to head and behind ear . A night or occlusal guard can help reduce grinding habits. Consider scheduling a visit with your dentist for evaluation. A thorough dental exam with X-rays is recommended.Doctor may also do physical examination by checking movement of TMJ and may also order CT scan of TMJ . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant . For now take ibuprofen for pain .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
You may have a stress reaction with your jaw such as clenching your teeth. This pressure can cause a radiating pain. Damage to teeth, muscles and TMJ ( temporomandibular joint ) can occur. The condition is known as bruxism . There can be many reasons for bruxism like stress , misalignment of teeth or problem in TMJ it self . The pain related to TMJ radiate to the entire face and even to head and behind ear . A night or occlusal guard can help reduce grinding habits. Consider scheduling a visit with your dentist for evaluation. A thorough dental exam with X-rays is recommended.Doctor may also do physical examination by checking movement of TMJ and may also order CT scan of TMJ . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant . For now take ibuprofen for pain .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
2 users find this helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....