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I have headache at lower sides of the head and very thirsty, been drinking water and coconut water and still thirsty. my hands feel very dry.

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Headaches: Headaches at the lower sides of your head sound like "tension headaches" but there could be other issues. Please see your doctor as soon as possible. No one wants to have symptoms you report.

Answered 2/3/2015

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