What is tension type headache?

Also known as: TTH, tension headache, stress headache, psychogenic headache, muscle contraction headache

Tension type headache is the most common type of primary headache disorder. In general, tension type headache tends to be milder than other headache types, and when infrequent do not cause significant disability. However if frequent, tension type headache can be a cause of concern and disability.

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Reviewed by: Suzanne Esther Hagler, MD

This page was last updated on: 1/29/2019 3:21:13 PM