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Can a headache be the only sign of a brain tumor. no history in family no other symtomps. apart from tight feeling allover head that lasts allday?

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Yes: Although symptoms from a brain tumor can be subtle , a persistent headache needs to be addressed by your doctor. Please go to the emergency room as soon as possible for your headache.

Answered 8/26/2014

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A member asked:

Can a headache be the only sign of a brain tumor. no history in family no other symtomps. apart from tight feeling allover head that lasts allday?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim answered

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