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My head hurts when i cough and the headache has not gone even if i take paracetamol what should i do ?

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Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

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Need to see doctor: Cough headaches are usually a benign condition however sometimes they can be a sign of other problems inside your brain. You need to see your physician.

Answered 5/21/2018

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A member asked:

My head hurts when i cough and the headache has not gone even if i take paracetamol what should i do ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christopher Wilson answered

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