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Occipital neuralgia
Severe pain on alternate days, managed so far with painkillers. The pain radiates from neck to the head and converts to migraine. What's the treatment?
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Hi.. I went through your question...you need to be examined thoroughly and should undergo certain investigations...consult neuro physician they will do the needful
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