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One of the primary side effects of many prevalent headache medications is …more headaches!
That’s right.
Rebound headaches are often caused by the same medications you use to find relief. Even taking medications for more than just a few days may trigger overuse, or rebound, headaches.
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If you notice that your headaches are becoming more frequent and intense, it can be troubling.
Daily headaches can make it challenging to have a high quality of life and can affect your work and home life.
The good news is that many of the most common types of headaches can be reduced or even eliminated by changing just a few of your daily habits.
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Your head hurts. Could it be coming from your neck? You may be surprised to learn that neck pain and headaches are closely linked together.
A headache that starts from an issue in the neck is called a cervicogenic headache. A cervicogenic headache is characterized by a dull pain that radiates from the neck to the back of the head. At times it may spread around the side or front of your head.
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Over 90% of people will have at least one headache in their life.
For some, occasional headaches can turn into a daily occurrence that disturbs both work and hobbies. In many cases, headaches aren’t associated with a disease but are, instead, a result of daily habits and actions.
The most common triggers for headaches include stress, fatigue, lack of sleep, hunger, and caffeine withdrawal.
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