How does a doctor find out if something more serious is wrong?
A careful physical examination is done to check for clues to possible headache causes and also to check the nervous system. Those with tension-type, migraine or cluster headaches will usually have a normal physical test. The doctor will ask detailed questions regarding the patient's headache history.
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A CT (computed tomography) imaging test can be done, as well as a MRI ( magnetic resonance imaging tes and lastly a magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) imaging test. These will show up any tumour or other abnormality in the brain.
A foetus in the womb can hear. Tests have shown that foetuses respond to various sounds just as vigorously as they respond to pressures and internal sensations.
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