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I keep getting dull ache at back of head, what could be causing it?

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Dr. Yun Tran answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

A range of things: If it doesn‘t go away after a few days, you should see your doctor to help figure out what it could be.

Answered 2/29/2016

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