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What causes a sudden headache in the middle of the night? have had a severe headache in the back of my head since 1am w/ no relief.
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Several causes: Several causes are possible. Hypnic headache as well as migraines may wake you up in the middle of the night as well as other headache disorder. You should be your doctor.
Answered 10/4/2016
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