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What Causes Throbbing Pain Behind The Head?

I am having a sharp, throbbing pain in the back lower right side of my head. I am experiencing pain that occasionally travels to my neck, shaky feeling inside, sleepiness, pressure towards my eyes (comes and goes) and feel weak and somewhat disoriented. What is causing this and wha can I do? This has been going on for one week, off and on during the day..they last about half hour to hour each. I do have a history of severe migraine headaches but this is nothing close to that.
Mon, 22 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have throbbing pain behind the head. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral syndrome , occipital neuralgia , sinusitis or migraine , high blood pressure or cervical spondylosis . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test to confirm the diagnosis like CT scan MRI . Doctor may order blood test along with checking vitals . Doctor may prescribe antiviral like acyclovir along with anti inflammatory ,vasograin , beta blockers , furosemide and physical therapy of neck . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for muscle and bone problem . For now take paracetamol along with taking proper rest .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Throbbing Pain Behind The Head?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have throbbing pain behind the head. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral syndrome , occipital neuralgia , sinusitis or migraine , high blood pressure or cervical spondylosis . I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test to confirm the diagnosis like CT scan MRI . Doctor may order blood test along with checking vitals . Doctor may prescribe antiviral like acyclovir along with anti inflammatory ,vasograin , beta blockers , furosemide and physical therapy of neck . Doctor may also refer you to orthopedic surgeon for muscle and bone problem . For now take paracetamol along with taking proper rest . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari