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What Causes Tension Headaches That Last For Months?
A tension headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, usually associated with muscle tightness in these areas.
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Mixed tension migraine
Alternative Names
Muscle contraction headache; Headache - benign; Headache - tension; Chronic headaches - tension; Rebound headaches - tension
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