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I have been having a dull headache at the back of my head for three years now that does not respond to nsaids. the pain is dull , and feels like pressure from the inside. i am 20, i have no other medical problems. what can be the cause?

Q: i have been having a dull headache at the back of my head for three years now that does not respond to nsaids. the pain is dull , and feels like pressure from the inside. i am 20, i have no other medical problems. what can be the cause?

: You should be evaluated by a neurologist for chronic headache which could be persisted or aggravated with analgesic induced or medication induced headache. Good luck.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

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You should be evaluated by a neurologist for chronic headache which could be persisted or aggravated with analgesic induced or medication induced headache. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/23/2023

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A member asked:

I have been having a dull headache at the back of my head for three years now that does not respond to nsaids. the pain is dull , and feels like pressure from the inside. i am 20, i have no other medical problems. what can be the cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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