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What Causes Sudden Migraine With Sensitivity Of The Scalp?

Hello, Just wondering if I should visit a doctor or if this will likely clear up on its own, as I would like to return to work as soon as possible. Last week, I noticed I was sleeping significantly more than usual. Three days ago, I suddenly felt awful--headache in the forehead (not as bad as a migraine, but really painful when I move suddenly or sit up), prickly sensitivity on the top of my scalp, a very mild cough, thick mucus, occasional chills, a slight fever on and off, and a weird sensation all over my body kind of like tickly numbness (doesn t hurt, but it sure feels weird). My eyes have become really sensitive when touched, and (perhaps unrelated) I have developed a minor toothache. The symptoms have persisted and occasionally get worse (especially at night--I can t seem to stay asleep). Last night, I felt extremely nauseous. Today the headache isn t as bad, but the tickly sensation is stronger, especially in my back and on the top of my head. I have no appetite; I haven t eaten anything today, but I ve drunk plenty of liquids. When I take Tylenol, thankfully the headache subsides somewhat. Thank you for your time.
Fri, 26 Jun 2015
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Hello!

Thank you for your query on HCM! I understand your concern.

Your symptoms seem to be related to a sinus infection.

I would like to explain that the cough, the thick mucus and the chills , besides the frontal headache are arguments in favor of this diagnosis.

The minor toothache that you are experiencing may be related to the sinus infection or a tooth problem.

I recommend you to consult with the GP for a careful physical examination and perform a routine blood test for infection , a sinus discharge culture.

A brain CT scan is helpful to examine your sinuses and exclude any other possible brain lesion, which can cause these symptoms.

A dentist consult would also be useful, to rule out possible tooth infections.

Hope to have been of help!

Greetings! Dr. Aida
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What Causes Sudden Migraine With Sensitivity Of The Scalp?

Hello! Thank you for your query on HCM! I understand your concern. Your symptoms seem to be related to a sinus infection. I would like to explain that the cough, the thick mucus and the chills , besides the frontal headache are arguments in favor of this diagnosis. The minor toothache that you are experiencing may be related to the sinus infection or a tooth problem. I recommend you to consult with the GP for a careful physical examination and perform a routine blood test for infection , a sinus discharge culture. A brain CT scan is helpful to examine your sinuses and exclude any other possible brain lesion, which can cause these symptoms. A dentist consult would also be useful, to rule out possible tooth infections. Hope to have been of help! Greetings! Dr. Aida