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I have a headache at the base of my skull eases up when laying down. just wondering what i should do. ?
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Headache: Would follow up with neurology. may be nerve , muscle tension or cervical disc alignment issues, possible even TMJ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/317448.php
Answered 4/17/2019
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