Brain Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two kinds of headaches
A
Primary. Most common
Secondary. Headache is caused by a condition
2
Q
What are the three forms of primary headaches
A
Tension (muscular)
Migraine (vascular)
Cluster (neurological)
3
Q
What is the most common form of primary headache
A
Tension headache
4
Q
What is a quick way to determine if the headache is primary or secondary
A
What was the onset if sudden severe pain then secondary
Primary is gradual
5
Q
What are the factors for a tension headache to be considered chronic
A
Headache for more than 15 days in a month over the past 3 months
More severe lasting longer than acute
6
Q
Term for headache
A
Cephalagia
7
Q
Pain receptors in the brain
A
Nociceptors
