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What Causes Severe Pain At The Base Of The Head?

I have had a sharp pain in the back of my head on the right side near my neck the travels up to my temple for three day , I have took Motrin 800mg two to three times a day it goes away for a little and then comes back again. Should I go get a Mari or a ct scan?
Mon, 24 Oct 2016
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Thanks for contacting healthcare magic.

You have problem of severe head pain at base of skull that can diagnose by proper physical examination and investigation.

Consent a physician for further diagnosis.
Ct scan is helpful for further diagnosis.
Proper history and physical examination give exact idea.

I hope my guidance is helpful to you..
Take care.
Thanks.
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What Causes Severe Pain At The Base Of The Head?

Thanks for contacting healthcare magic. You have problem of severe head pain at base of skull that can diagnose by proper physical examination and investigation. Consent a physician for further diagnosis. Ct scan is helpful for further diagnosis. Proper history and physical examination give exact idea. I hope my guidance is helpful to you.. Take care. Thanks.