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What causes headache after a (3 hr) nap? i did have strenuous exercise before. but happens often and lasts all day. and it gets increasingly painful

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Dr. Scott Methven answered

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See your dentist: Dentists specialize in treating facial issues. See your dentist and have them evaluate you for bruxism, an abscessed tooth, trigeminal neuralgia, or TMJ. Your symptoms could be a wide range of issues. Your dentist should be able to help you figure out what is wrong or can point you in the direction of a specialist who can. You may be clenching without even realizing it! Best of luck :)

Answered 4/3/2015

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A member asked:

What causes headache after a (3 hr) nap? i did have strenuous exercise before. but happens often and lasts all day. and it gets increasingly painful

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Scott Methven answered

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