
What causes right sided scalp pain?

Question: My scalp on my right hand side hurts alot, i cant move my hairt too it feels as burning.pls help
Brief Answer:
Herpes zoster
Detailed Answer:
Hello
You might be suffering from Herpes Zoster.
It is a condition affecting the nerves and usually affects the nerves of a particular part of body leading to unilateral burning sensation and pain.
I would like to know, do you have only burning sensation or is there development of lesions too ?
Usually Herpes zoster is associated with development of rash and pain.
Let me know, so I can help you better.
Thank you
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No there are no rash so far. Its only pain and now got a headache too
Brief Answer:
Details below
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for follow up.
Sometimes Zoster may present only with unilateral pain.
I usually prescribe capsule gabapentene and pregabaline to my patients and they get good relief with treatment.
Please meet your doctor and discuss regarding these medications.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D

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