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What Causes Persistent Pain Behind The Head And Ear?

i have servere pain at the back of my head and behind right ear for 6months makes me sick and it gets so bad n given a diagnos end up crying with it doctor prescribed gabapentin but afraid of side efects dont know what the problem is any idea please can you help
Mon, 28 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent pain behind the head and ear . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like otitis media , lymph node swelling , temporomandibular joint disorder or mastoiditis . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order test like CT scan , blood test and physical examination for tenderness and consistency . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to dentist for TMJ problem . Doctor my give night guard , because this problem sometimes occur due to bruxism . For nw apply warm compresses and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Pain Behind The Head And Ear?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent pain behind the head and ear . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like otitis media , lymph node swelling , temporomandibular joint disorder or mastoiditis . I would suggest you to consult ENT specialist for proper examination . Doctor may order test like CT scan , blood test and physical examination for tenderness and consistency . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory . Doctor may also refer you to dentist for TMJ problem . Doctor my give night guard , because this problem sometimes occur due to bruxism . For nw apply warm compresses and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari