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Headache and Migraine Glossary: Parietal

by Teri Robert
for About.com

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Definition: Pertaining to the parietal bone, one of two bones that form the posterior roof and sides of the skull.
Examples: Ice pick headaches, aka idiopathic stabbing headache, can be parietal in location.
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