Neuro

Question 1

Causes of Headache (conditions)

Answer 1

1. Infection e.g. meningitis
2. Stroke
3. Change in ICP (caused by high b.p, bleeding, swelling, tumour, hydrocephalus)
4. Brain tumour
5. Medication overuse
6. Haemorrhage
7. Brain Injury

Question 1

Cause of Headache (lifestyle)

Answer 1

1. Overuse of caffeine
2. Sleep disturbances
3. Anxiety/ depression

Question 2

Systemic symptoms of headache

Answer 2

1. Weight change
2. Appetite changes
3. Fever
4. Muscle paralysis/ Loss of power
5. Dizziness
6. Loss of vision