Neurology — Flashcards

Keeping a _____ can assist in diagnosing migraines, identifying triggers, & assess medication efficacy

Most patients with cluster headaches have _____ to rule out any underlying brain lesions

Hint: imaging

Cluster headaches can be categorised into _____ or chronic based on the frequency of attacks

_____ are a rare primary headache characterised by severe recurring headaches accompanied by autonomic symptoms

For migraines with or without nausea & vomiting, _____ or metoclopramide may be prescribed to alleviate migraine symptoms

Patients suffer from _____ headaches in "bouts" which typically last 6-12 weeks

The pathophysiology of migraines is unclear, but possible mechanisms include cortical spreading depression, neurovascular changes, neuropeptides & neurotransmitters such as _____

Cluster headaches are typically _____lateral

For suspected cluster headaches, patients should be _____ to exclude structural causes and confirmed diagnosis

Tension headaches episodes last _____ - 7 days