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How long do a normal headaches last?

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Dr. Steven Bender answered

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Varies: A tension type headache, whiich is the most common type of headache, may last several hours if you do not take medication whereas a migraine headache is typically 4-72 hours with out medication.

Answered 1/22/2018

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