What Does a Sharp Stabbing Headache Behind the Right Ear Mean?
1. Introduction A sharp, stabbing headache localized behind the right ear is most frequently a symptom of occipital neuralgia, a condition where the occipital nerves become inflamed or compressed. This presentation can also indicate localized muscular tension in the sternocleidomastoid muscle, a mastoid bone infection, or referred pain originating from the upper cervical spine. This … Read more