Could my throbbing headache be a brain tumor?

Question

Hi doctor,

It started with a throbbing pain on the right side of my head. It was there for a couple of days and decreased on its own. After a few days, it was back at the same place along with pain around the right eye and temple. Please help me. I am a 24 year old male.

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concerns. Pain on the right side of the head, which lasted for a few days and now has recurred, could be due to a tension headache, migraine or decrease vision in the eye. It's advisable to focus on relaxation and stress reduction, as heightened stress can contribute to headaches and throbbing pain. Considering your symptoms, it's important to undergo an ophthalmologist's examination to assess any potential refractive errors. Additionally, consulting an ENT specialist is recommended to investigate the possibility of migraines. In the meantime, you might find relief by taking Brufen (Ibuprofen) tablets of 400 mg three times a day for three days. If your symptoms persist despite these steps, it's prudent to consider an MRI brain scan after ensuring other factors are normal.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

A brain tumor is a very rare possibility. But, there are other common causes which result to this.

Do not think too much. If you want to be sure, then MRI brain should be done. Take care.

For further information consult an internal medicine physician online