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I have a terrible head ache and a history of migraines. what is best to take: stress, anxiety, or headache meds?

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Dr. Barbara Lavi answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Once you. Get a : Handle on the pain, I would encourage you to learn hypnosis for relaxation and pain management.

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Answered 5/29/2016

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Dr. answered

Best Headache Meds: A 2014 study indicates that medication containing a combination of acetylsalicylic acid, (aspirin), acetaminophen(paracetamol), and caffeine is more effective than acetaminophen alone. http://thejournalofheadacheandpain.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/1129-2377-15-76

Answered 9/30/2016

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