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Mostly in the evenings i get a type of mild headache , which temporarily vanishes when i pull my hairs tightly and massage my head. feeling worried?

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TTH management: Once a diagnosis of TTH has been made, effective management involves three specific strategies: 1) patient education, 2) nonpharmacological management (Psychological support), and 3) pharmacological (medical) management. See your doctor for evaluation and professional management.

Answered 10/18/2015

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A member asked:

Mostly in the evenings i get a type of mild headache , which temporarily vanishes when i pull my hairs tightly and massage my head. feeling worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Paul Grin answered

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