Headaches Flashcards
migraine, tension, cluster
primary headache
head trauma, vascular disorders, substance
use
secondary headache
Recurring severe throbbing unilateral headache interfering with normal functioning
migraine
migraine without aura
common migraine
migraine with aura
classic migraine
migraine prevalence
female, white, lower socio, genetic
neuropeptides released in migraines
Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)
Substance P
Neurokinin A
Trigeminovascular System regulated by
serotonin
migraine dgx
5+ HA lasting 4-72 hr at least two: unilateral, throbbing, worsened by movement, moderate to severe PLUS nausea or vomiting or photophobia AND phonophobia
migraine with aura dgx
At least one (reversible): -Positive (flickering lights) -Negative (loss of vision) -Speech disorder -CANNOT BE WEAKNESS Develops gradually and lasts less than 1 hr
SNOOP
systemic signs or symptoms neurologic onset old age progression of existing HA disorders
Migraine test
MIDAS (MIgraine Disability Assessment Test)
Scored by 5’s as I, II, III or IV (0-5, 6-10, etc)
Classes used for migraines
Analgesics NSAIDS Ergot Alkaloids Serotonin Agonists (Triptans) Opiates Antiemetics
Use caution with Analgesics/NSAIDs
Ulcer dz
Renal Dz
Cardiac Dz
Hypersensitivity
Analgesic/NSAID DOC for migraines
Ibuprofen and naproxen
Aspirin
Combination: Acetaminophen, aspirin, caffeine
2nd Line:
Acetaminophen, isometheptene, dichloralphenazone
Acetaminophen, butabital, caffeine