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How do you relieve the pain and pressure associated with a tension headache?

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HEADACHE: Constant headache maybe the tention type which is mild generalized without the incapacity of migraine. Relaxation and stress management plus preventing it withamitriptyline at bedtime. Make sure to have a neuro consult if ct scan is needed.Rx are otc analgesic, nsaids and treatment of associated depression, anxiety and insomnia.

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Answered 3/26/2013

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