What are exertion or exercise headaches?

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    Discovery Health answered:

    If you have ever experienced a headache after working out, you're not alone.

    Exercise or exertion headaches generally happen after or during physical activity. They are linked to the widening of blood vessels that is required to deliver the increased amount of oxygen needed by the muscle.

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