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How can you tell if a headache is something serious? i get headaches in different places and strengths everyday for the last few months.

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

Get medical exam: The best way for your to get reassurance is to go to your DR, have an exam It is impossible to make a DX for your HA's in this format.

Answered 7/13/2015

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A member asked:

How can you tell if a headache is something serious? i get headaches in different places and strengths everyday for the last few months.

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Dr. John Rhoades answered

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