Mild Headache (cont.)
Medical Author:
Mark Langdorf, MD, MHPE, FAAEM, FACEP
Coauthor:
Aaron Bright, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Ron Fuerst, MD
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Medical TreatmentDoctors usually recommend over-the-counter pain medications for mild headache. If these medications do not adequately treat your headache, consult a doctor for further recommendations. Viewer Comments & ReviewsHeadache - Effective TreatmentsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What kinds of treatments have been effective for your headache? Headache Relief - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What treatment do you use for headache relief? |
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