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I've had a headache almost every day for the past 2-3 weeks. it's in the forehead and temple area and sometimes my neck feels a bit stiff. i've used different painkillers but they're not helping. is it possible it's just stress or do i need a dr?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Headache: If you have a persistent headache and symptoms of a stiff neck I would recommend you be seen.

Answered 5/28/2020

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A member asked:

I've had a headache almost every day for the past 2-3 weeks. it's in the forehead and temple area and sometimes my neck feels a bit stiff. i've used different painkillers but they're not helping. is it possible it's just stress or do i need a dr?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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