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How Can Headache Be Treated For A Patient Who Recently Had A Stroke?
my grandfather, 84 years old, who has recently had a stroke and is home from the hospital under care of family, is suddenly experiencing pressure in his head, complaining of a headache. i have given him his prescribed 50mg Tramadol, which has not offered any relief.
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Hello,
He can take analgesics like Mefenamic Acid or Acetaminophen.
If symptoms are severe better to go for an MRI scan to rule out possibilities like chronic SDH.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
He can take analgesics like Mefenamic Acid or Acetaminophen.
If symptoms are severe better to go for an MRI scan to rule out possibilities like chronic SDH.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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