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I have headaches that last for days. go to sleep with them and wake up with them. feels much like a hangover w/o the alcohol. why is this?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Headache: Not sure how long u had them, what triggers them, if u r on any medications or supplements, and what type of headaches they are. Advise consulting your primary care doc. For thorough exam & possible referral to a neurologist.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/18/2016

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