Headaches Flashcards
1
Q
Deep, constant, throbbing pain; pressure-like pain in one specific area of face or head (ex. behind the eyes); face tender to touch
A
Sinus
2
Q
Stabbing pain; may be accompanied by tearing, eyelid drooping (ptosis), reddened eye or runny nose
A
Cluster
3
Q
Dull, tight, diffuse
A
Tension
4
Q
Accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to noise or light
A
Migraine
5
Q
Aching, steady; neurologic and mental symptoms as well as nausea and vomiting may develop
A
Tumor
6
Q
May be moderately severe; not debilitating
A
Sinus
7
Q
Intense
A
Cluster
8
Q
Aching
A
Diffuse
9
Q
Throbbing
A
Migraine
10
Q
Variable in intensity
A
Tumor
