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I get an on and off headache during the day it is not severe just lasts for a few seconds it only started a few days ago. is that serious?

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Unknown without exam: You could have anything from a cold to allergies to eye strain or tension/stress or even something more serious developing. Keep track of what makes your headaches better worse and when they happen exactly and take your headache diary/log to your doctor for a thorough exam and work up. It is important to rule out the serious causes if your headaches continue.

Answered 8/15/2014

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