Hi there,
I'm male, 30 years old, and I've been having headaches now for about 3 months, they come and last for 3 days to a week, then I might not have one for equally as long. The concerning part about them is that they are quite painful, and localized to the left part of my head. They tend to start near my left temple then quickly move back to the left rear part of my head. (above my left ear and continuing backward and slightly downward for 3-4 inches or so) There is also tenderness on my scalp in the same region, painful to the touch, but oddly enough keeping pressure on the area seems to help alleviate the pain of the headache. I went to my doctor initially and he said it was probably cluster or tension headaches, he prescribed me some migraine medication and sent me on my way.. I have since moved and do not have a family doctor anymore. I have been eating advil like candy lately as they are worse than ever, and is starting to affect my daily performance at work and home. I am really starting to become concerned as to the nature of them. If anyone has any idea or advice as to help with the pain, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks,
Ryan.