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What Causes Sharp Snapping Sensation At The Back Of The Head?
When I am falling asleep, sometimes I have the sensation of hearing a sharp snap in the back of my brain. Very much like the sound of a very dry stick breaking. Rarely it is accompanied with a blinding flash of silvery/white light. There are times where I feel the need to check if I can still move my limbs or speak. These sounds happens about 4-8 times a year. I remember having them staring in my mid-teen years and continuing to present @ 57 Years old. Should I be concerned?
Mon, 29 Feb 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp snapping sensation at the back of the head . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like occipital neuralgia , blood pressure fluctuation , tumor , sinusitis or migraine . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or MRI to confirm the diagnosis and rule out problem like tumor , cervical spodylosis and migraine . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , vitamin supplement for quick recovery vasograine , betablockers or frusamife . .For now take proper rest and apply warm compresses to your back . Do light exercises .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you have sharp snapping sensation at the back of the head . Well the symptoms you mention in query can occur due to may reasons like occipital neuralgia , blood pressure fluctuation , tumor , sinusitis or migraine . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor may order CT scan or MRI to confirm the diagnosis and rule out problem like tumor , cervical spodylosis and migraine . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , vitamin supplement for quick recovery vasograine , betablockers or frusamife . .For now take proper rest and apply warm compresses to your back . Do light exercises .
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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