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What causes a headache in the back of the head that only occurs with bending down, standing up too quickly, or other rapid head movements?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

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?muscle tension: Possible that a posterior cervical muscle issue is causing a "Muscle Tension" head ache. Get eval, best wishes.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 9/11/2018

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A member asked:

What causes a headache in the back of the head that only occurs with bending down, standing up too quickly, or other rapid head movements?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Munshower answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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