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A member asked:

I had a punch biopsy done today and have had a bad headache since. should i be worried?

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

Not related: A punch biopsy should not cause a headache. Stress from worrying it could cause a muscle tension headache.

Dr Husar agreed

Answered 12/21/2014

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