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I'm having frequent, daily, severe tension headaches and sometimes migraines. also, there's a painful knot at the base of my skull. what could it be?
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See your PCP: Any headache always must be viewed as a valid medical disorder and the headache assessment must be comprehensive. It is important to make an accurate diagnosis to ensure that the correct treatment is given. See your doctor for consultation, tests and diagnosis.
Answered 8/3/2015
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