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What can i do for severe headaches? i was told they are tension and migraines no medicine is helping me i feel like i'm getting nowhere
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Prevention: Multiple preventative meds present, including topirimate, depakote, beta-blockers, botox, but also otc, such as riboflavin, butterbur, feverfew, magnesium, co-q-10. Some foods act as triggers and lists can be "googled". Bright lights and strong odors can be problems also. Discuss with your doc and try one or more of the above.
Answered 12/9/2013
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