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tension headache

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Main Entry: tension headache
Function: noun
: headache marked by mild to moderate pain of variable duration that affects both sides of the head and is typicallyaccompanied by contraction of neck and scalp muscles
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tension headache n.
A headache associated with nervous tension, anxiety, or stress, often related to chronic contraction of the scalp muscles.

The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary
Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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