Cluster Headaches Flashcards
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2
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describe a cluster headache pain
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severe and unbearable UNILATERAL headaches
3
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how long do cluster headaches typically last?
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15 mins - 3 hours
may have 3-4 a day for several months
4
Q
symptoms of cluster headaches
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- red, swollen and watering eye
- miosis (pupil constriction)
- ptosis (eyelid drooping)
- nasal discharge
- facial sweating
5
Q
treatment options for cluster headaches
for both acute and prophylaxis
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- Acute: triptans and high flow oxygen
- Prophylaxis: verapamil, lithium, prednisolone
