HEADACHE

Question 1

What is a migraine with aura?

Answer 1

A migraine with aura is a type of migraine that is preceded or accompanied by sensory disturbances, such as visual changes, that typically last less than an hour.

Question 2

What are common symptoms of a migraine with aura?

Answer 2

Common symptoms include visual disturbances (like flashing lights or zigzag patterns), sensory changes (numbness or tingling), and sometimes speech or motor difficulties.

Question 3

Site of pain of Migraine

Answer 3

Unilateral (often retroorbital or temporal) They can affect entire head and neck.

Question 4

What is the primary difference between a migraine and a tension headache?

Answer 4

Migraines are often more severe, can include aura, and are usually accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light, while tension headaches are generally milder and do not include these symptoms.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The duration of aura symptoms typically lasts less than _____ minutes.

Answer 5

60

Question 6

What triggers can lead to a migraine with aura?

Answer 6

Common triggers include stress, hormonal changes, certain foods, weather changes, and lack of sleep.

Question 7

Tensional headaches cause nausea or vomiting. TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 7

False. Tension headaches typically do not cause nausea or vomiting

Question 8

What is the typical age range for the onset of migraines?

Answer 8

Migraine often begins in adolescence or early adulthood, but it can occur at any age.

Question 9

What type of headache is more likely to cause sensitivity to light and sound or smell?

Answer 9

Migraine headaches are more likely to cause sensitivity to light and sound.

Question 10

What is the duration of a typical migraine attack?

Answer 10

A typical migraine attack can last from 4 to 72 hours if untreated.

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Tension headaches are often described as feeling like a _____ around the head.

Answer 11

band. Bilateral can be generalized.

Question 12

Which type of headache is more prevalent in women?

Answer 12

Migraines are more prevalent in women.

Question 13

What is an example of a preventive treatment for migraines?

Answer 13

Preventive treatments include beta-blockers, antidepressants, and anticonvulsants.

Question 14

True or False: Migraines can be triggered by dehydration. Certain foods (cheese, chocolate or wine. Hunger. Hormonal changes. Often when stress passed

Answer 14

True.

Question 15

What role do hormones play in migraines?

Answer 15

Hormonal changes, particularly fluctuations in estrogen, can trigger migraines in some women.

Question 16

What is the recommended first-line treatment for acute migraine attacks?

Answer 16

Triptans are commonly recommended as a first-line treatment for acute migraine attacks.

Question 17

Fill in the blank: A tension headache is typically characterized by _____ pain.

Answer 17

mild to moderate.

Question 18

What type of headache can be associated with muscle tightness in the neck and shoulders?

Answer 18

Tension headaches are often associated with muscle tightness in the neck and shoulders.

Question 19

True or False: Migraine with aura can cause temporary vision loss.

Answer 19

True. Some aura symptoms can include temporary vision loss.

Question 20

What percentage of migraine sufferers experience aura?

Answer 20

Approximately 25% of migraine sufferers experience aura.

Question 21

What is the role of lifestyle changes in managing migraines?

Answer 21

Lifestyle changes, such as regular exercise, proper hydration, and stress management, can help reduce the frequency and severity of migraines.

Question 22

What is the typical location of pain for tension headaches?

Answer 22

Tension headaches typically cause pain that is bilateral and can feel like a tight band around the head.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: Migraine attacks may be preceded by a _____ phase.

Answer 23

prodromal

Question 24

What is one common over-the-counter medication used to treat tension headaches?

Answer 24

Ibuprofen is a common over-the-counter medication used to treat tension headaches.

Question 25

Headache early in the morning + projectile vomiting+focal neurological findings. Whats the cause?

Answer 25

SOL. Tumor.

Question 26

Tensional headaches. mainly towards the …….. of the day. And have ………… response to analgesics

Answer 26

End/Adequate

Question 27

Describe when should i suspect a drug rebound headache.

Answer 27

Female 30-60 yo, more than a decade of history of tensional migraine. Use of pain killers. Most frequent if profilaxis is used. Medication overuse every day. Wakes the pt in morning when effect has worn off. Headache with similar characteristics as the original

Question 28

Pseudotumor cerebri-Idiopathic intracranial hypertension. Whats the most important neurological finding.

Answer 28

papilledema that can progressive optic atrophy.