Chiropractors/head and neck pain

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I vomited the other night severely.
That night I developed a severe headache and still have it
this is the 7th day. also my neck hurts at the edge of my head. went to the er the catscan is normal blood work normal they said it was a migraine. take ibuprofen and benedril still not helping

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K,

You likely strained (or sprained) the top of your neck and you are experiencing cervicogenic headaches.  Cervicogenic literally meands that the cervical spine is the generator of your pain.  I would suggest seeing a chiropractor and getting some soft tissue therapy and joint manipulation.   Likely you will find some relief after your first visit.

Dr. G  

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