...could be the cause? I don't have insurance right now because I lost my job and can't afford it. I've had a horrible throbbing headache at the base of my skull that I can't seem to get rid of. Sometimes it hurts so bad that I can't walk around or move too quickly. Which makes it difficult since I have a toddler to take care of. I've also noticed some tenderness and pain on my jaw right below my ear lobes. Has anyone experienced this and be willing to share with me how the pain was resolved? I've tried aspirin, excedrin tension headache and migraine headache, cold compress and nothing seems to help. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.