Definition: a headache not caused by another illness or disorder
Examples: Tension-type headaches, cluster headaches, and migraines are types of primary headaches.
Headache and Migraine Glossary: Primary Headache
by Teri Robert
for About.comUpdated: December 15, 2006
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