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Tension-Type Headache
(Headache, Tension; Psychogenic Headache; Stress Headache; Tension-Vascular Headache)
A common primary headache disorder, characterized by a dull, non-pulsatile, diffuse, band-like (or vice-like) pain of mild to moderate intensity in the HEAD; scalp; or neck. The subtypes are classified by frequency and severity of symptoms. There is no clear cause even though it has been associated with muscle contraction and stress. (International classification of headache disorders, 2nd ed. Cephalalgia 2004: suppl 1)
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German Acupuncture Trials, International Classification of Headache Disorders, Arcing horns, Tension headache, Headache, Medication overuse headache, Equagesic, NIH classification of headaches, A Headache Tomorrow (Or a Heartache Tonight), Alois Etthöfer
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