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  • 35 Years
  • 31/03/2021

What causes headaches in back of head?

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Dr. Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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  • MBBS
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Poor posture and Tension headache ( most common type of headache. It happens when the muscles in your scalp and neck tighten. This causes pain on the sides and back of your head.)

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