Headaches

Learn about headaches

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Does your head hurt? Most people get headaches at least once in awhile, but not all headaches are the same. How you treat a headache depends on the type of headache you have. Our topics will tell you what you need to know about the different kinds of headaches and give you tips on how to treat and prevent them.

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By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: September 27, 2011
Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

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