Tension Type Headache Flashcards
1
Q
What are signs and symptoms of tension-type headache? (5)
A
Tight band/pressure; constant character and generalised/bilateral; can radiate forward from occipital region; can remain unabated for weeks and months; not aggravated by ADL
2
Q
How is it managed?
A
Avoid precipitants, avoid opioids or xs use of analgesia, physiotherapy, medication
3
Q
What is acute treatment for it?
A
aspirin, paracetamol or an NSAID
4
Q
What is prophylactic treatment for it?
A
aspirin, paracetamol, an NSAID or amitriptyline
5
Q
When is tension-type classed as chronic?
A
> 15 days per month for 3 months
