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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Left Temple Area Of My Head?

I am having sharp shooting pains in the left temple area of my head. It is not constant but it does seem there is always at least a dull ache. I do have some allergy/sinus issues going on right now. I am taking Singular, and Mucinex DM Extra strength. I have always seemed to have sinus issues, but this pain is new to me. Could it be sinus? I am concerned because my family has a history of strokes and aneurisms (Mother and her sisters, one of my siblings). In 5 weeks we are taking vacation and I will be on a plane so that concerns me. Any suggestions?
Mon, 24 Dec 2018
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Hello,

The symptoms are not typical for stroke and aneurysms since that is what seems to mostly worry you.

Among diagnoses to be considered would be trigeminal neuralgia, an ear infection, dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint or temporal arteritis.

So you should see your primary physician as some of these diagnoses can easily be excluded through the local exam and some routine tests.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Olsi Taka, Neurologist
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What Causes Sharp Pain In The Left Temple Area Of My Head?

Hello, The symptoms are not typical for stroke and aneurysms since that is what seems to mostly worry you. Among diagnoses to be considered would be trigeminal neuralgia, an ear infection, dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint or temporal arteritis. So you should see your primary physician as some of these diagnoses can easily be excluded through the local exam and some routine tests. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Olsi Taka, Neurologist