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2026-02-11 12:25:25
Today I was lying at afternoon. Suddenly I feel like needle like sharp headache in between my head. It last for few seconds . Pain come and goes like there is blocking viens in my brain. Can you please tell me does it sign of a stroke or it is due to anxiety?? I'm already in blood pressure medication and anxiety medication
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What is your work profile? Why were you lying down in the afternoon, were you not feeling well since morning? These things need to be asked Second, did you take your bp medication in morning, and did you check the BP when you had this headache

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Your age is very young for stroke although not impossible You should be more specific along with associated other symptoms to arrive at proper conclusion

Answered2026-02-12 17:59:20

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If it has been recurring again and again might be due to some blockage in vessels else nothing to be done Kindly consult for further details

Answered2026-02-12 10:40:24

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Need evaluation

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Acute headache can be due to many reasons. Need further details to be specific.
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You need to get examined and get it evaluated. Advised to book a consultation with the neurosurgeon and further evaluation

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