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What Causes Severe Pain At The Back Of Head?

I have had a headache for at least 7 days now.i went er they gave me steroids,i have a pinch nerve in the c5 and c6 area the pain is at the back of my head then comes over the top then through left temple all the pain is on left side even at the back of my head where the pain starts.
Mon, 30 Mar 2020
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Hello,

The severe pain over back of head involving half part of the scalp can be related to acute cervical muscle spasm, strain or else.However, as there is C 5 and C 6 cervical disorder, nerve compression at intervertebral region or migraine has to be ruled out after clinical examination. Primary relief would be with tablet of acetaminophen (650 mg) sustained release after meals. Deep breathing exercises and YOGA help over a period of time for headache relief.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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What Causes Severe Pain At The Back Of Head?

Hello, The severe pain over back of head involving half part of the scalp can be related to acute cervical muscle spasm, strain or else.However, as there is C 5 and C 6 cervical disorder, nerve compression at intervertebral region or migraine has to be ruled out after clinical examination. Primary relief would be with tablet of acetaminophen (650 mg) sustained release after meals. Deep breathing exercises and YOGA help over a period of time for headache relief. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon