Occipital neuralgia

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Occipital neuralgia

Asked for Female, 21 Years

I often get swelling and pain near the occipital , have been consulting a doctor since long but there is no such clarity , as prescribed presently I am taking a tablet but pain decreases only for some time , but then I often feel swelling every now and then , can I be suggested something else which can be done to detect the actual problem and treated!!

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Dr. Manju Lihala General Physician 42 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Manju Lihala

General Physician 42 yrs exp Bangalore

Please see a neurologist who can examine you and advise as to what needs to be done

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