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What can cause spontaneous throbbing headache on the left side of the back of my head?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Many causes: There are many possible reasons for the headache you describe. Please see a neurologist if you have not done so. Also, check out a meditation called the relaxation response by a cardiologist named herbert benson.

Answered 2/24/2014

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