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What Causes Pain At The Base Of Skull Radiating To Jaws?
Question: Hi..... I have 'severs pain' radiating from the base of my scull and continuing around to the front in both jaws and the glands. I have had this for 2+ weeks now. Can you prescribe an antibiotic for me? Thanks.
Brief Answer:
provide details regarding gland swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Antibiotics is not required for headache and jaw pain.
Is there any parotid gland swelling present.You can upload a photo if possible else get examined by a physician. Antibiotics can be prescribed only if needed.
Any fever?
For pain you can take Aceclofenac or Naproxen.
In case of parotid swelling pain killers with serratiopeptidase may be required.
Any sleep disturbances, anxiety, visual complains?
Provide more details.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
provide details regarding gland swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Antibiotics is not required for headache and jaw pain.
Is there any parotid gland swelling present.You can upload a photo if possible else get examined by a physician. Antibiotics can be prescribed only if needed.
Any fever?
For pain you can take Aceclofenac or Naproxen.
In case of parotid swelling pain killers with serratiopeptidase may be required.
Any sleep disturbances, anxiety, visual complains?
Provide more details.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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