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What causes burning and tingling sensation in head?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am an 18-year-old girl and I have been having weird sensations in my head over the last four months, it is a really weird feeling as if my head is burning and sometimes I feel a cold spot over my head with tingling. I do not even know if I can identify it as pain but it is driving me nuts. It is not constantly in one place but it kind of goes over my head and sometimes over my eyes and I can feel it in my temples too.

Sometimes, it feels as if I have electricity in my head. It gets so much worse when I lack sleep and whenever it hurts too much I cannot really sleep. I went to a neurologist and had an MRI section and it was all good. I have a very sound and healthy brain. The doctor said it is anxiety and gave me anti-depressants but honestly, I am not anxious at all. It is my head that is making me so and all the medications are doing nothing but make me pity myself more and the pain is not going away at all. I do not know what to do and no one believes that I am actually feeling so they all think I am doing it for attention but I cannot really take it anymore. Please help.

Answered by Dr. C. Elanchezhian

Education:

MD General Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. C. Elanchezhian is a specialist in General and Internal Medicine, recognized for his extensive expertise and dedication to patient care. With decades of experience, he focuses on diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions. His approach emphasizes compassionate care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment to promote long-term health and well-being.

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Hello,

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You are having this complaint only for the past four months. While having a headache, are you feeling nauseous or vomiting? Any double vision? If it is, it may be a migraine headache. You can try my simple prescription and get psychiatrist opinion.

The Probable causes

Psychiatrist counseling.

Investigations to be done

Ophthalmic opinion for any refractive error.

Probable diagnosis

Migraine.

Treatment plan

Tablet Stemetil 5 mg two times daily, tablet Pantaprazole 40 mg two times daily, tablet Dolo 650 (Paracetamol) two times daily for five days and review.

Preventive measures

Avoid continuously using the computer, TV, cell phone, headphones.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Divya Banu M
Published At May 16, 2019
Reviewed At August 24, 2023

Education:

MD General Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. C. Elanchezhian is a specialist in General and Internal Medicine, recognized for his extensive expertise and dedication to patient care. With decades of experience, he focuses on diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions. His approach emphasizes compassionate care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment to promote long-term health and well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Divya Banu M is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with valuable clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of various diseases and conditions affecting the oral cavity. With a gentle and patient-centered approach, she is committed to promoting oral health and enhancing smiles through quality dental care. Her areas of expertise include restorative dentistry, preventive dental care, and cosmetic dental procedures.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MD General Medicine

Professional Bio:

Dr. C. Elanchezhian is a specialist in General and Internal Medicine, recognized for his extensive expertise and dedication to patient care. With decades of experience, he focuses on diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions. His approach emphasizes compassionate care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment to promote long-term health and well-being.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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