Thunderclap Headaches: Rare Case Caused by 'Carolina Reaper' Chili
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Taking part in a hot chili pepper eating contest might have some unexpected consequences, according to a team of doctors from Bassett Medical Center and the Henry Ford Health System.
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Carolina Reaper pepper causes thunderclap headache, doctors say
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