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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

What Is The Cause Of Tension Headache?

Health Encyclopedia: Headache Causes

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Question:

What is the most likely cause of occasional severe headaches?

Answer:

Stress and muscle tension account for the majority of headaches, although your diet can also contribute to headaches. Food such as caffeine , chocolate, cheeses, and nuts can cause headaches in some people. See headache and tension headache .

In some cases a severe headache may be a migraine. Symptoms suggestive of migraine include, one...

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Health Guide

Tension Headaches
...anxiety. Anxiety sufferers frequently complain of headaches, caused by constant worrying and muscle tension. What are Tension Headaches? According to familydoctor.org, tension, or stress... Read more »
Tension Headaches
Tension-type headaches (TTH) are the most common form of headache. According to the World Health Organization and International Headache Society, up to 78% of the population experiences this type of... Read more »
Tension headache
Muscle contraction headache; Benign headache; Headache - tension Treatment The goal is to relieve symptoms and prevent future headaches.... Read more »
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A tension headache is a condition involving pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, usually associated with muscle tightness in these areas. Alternative Names ... Read more »
Headaches: Tension: Introduction
...disease or other medical condition does not cause it. Most primary headaches fall into three main types: Tension-type, migraine, and cluster headaches.Tension headache is the most common primary... Read more »

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