A headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck. Serious causes of headaches are very rare. Most people with headaches can feel much better by making lifestyle changes, learning ways to relax, and sometimes by taking medications.
See also:
Pain - head; Rebound headaches; Medication overuse headaches
The most common headaches are likely caused by tight muscles in your shoulders, neck, scalp,...
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