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Headaches basics
Headaches are one of the most commonly experienced health problems, affecting around 10 million people in the UK.
There are many different types of headache, with different symptoms and causes.
In most cases, headaches are nothing serious and either clear-up on their own or can be treated with over-the-counter painkillers.
However, if the pain is severe, keeps coming back or affects daily life, seek medical advice.
What types of headaches are there?
Headache types include:
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