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I have had a headache for 8 days now, i have taken pain killers and it will not go. what could it be and how could i get rid off it?

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Dr. Alan Siegel answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Neurology Evaluation: There are many potential causes for the headache symptoms you are describing. Without a thorough examination and possibly other testing, the cause cannot be determined. The best specialist to evaluate this kind of symptom profile would be a neurologist.

Answered 4/30/2013

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A member asked:

I have had a headache for 8 days now, i have taken pain killers and it will not go. what could it be and how could i get rid off it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Siegel answered

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