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In cases of headaches almost on a daily basis, is it okay to take pain killers and aspirin every time? or it might lead to cancer?

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Dr. Arif Khan answered

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See a neurologist : You may need an MRI brain and other work up to rule out any serious causes.

Answered 11/26/2015

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A member asked:

In cases of headaches almost on a daily basis, is it okay to take pain killers and aspirin every time? or it might lead to cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arif Khan answered

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