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Why are headaches after 50 bad? A Comprehensive Guide

For individuals over 50, a new headache is not always benign. The American Headache Society notes that a new headache onset after this age is more likely to signal a serious underlying medical condition, which is **why are headaches after 50 bad**.

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Is it normal to get headaches as you get older? What to know about senior headaches

While the prevalence of headaches actually decreases with age for many people, especially for migraines and tension headaches, new or significantly different headaches in seniors are more likely to be a symptom of a serious underlying medical problem. This is why it's so important for older adults to take any new headache or change in headache pattern seriously and seek medical advice promptly.

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