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How do you get rid of headaches in the back of your eyes?

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Depends on cause: Many etiologies including sinuses, optic nerve inflammation, even dry surface of the eye can cause some eye pressure. See your ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treament.

Answered 6/12/2013

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