Headache Disorders
Headache Disorders, Primary
Headache
Migraine Disorders
Headache Disorders, Secondary
Cluster Headache
Tension-Type Headache
Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgias
Migraine without Aura
Migraine with Aura
Neurology
Facial Neuralgia
SUNCT Syndrome
Vascular Headaches
Questionnaires
Indomethacin
Bipolar Disorder
Mental Disorders
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
Depressive Disorder, Major
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Postpartum headache after epidural blood patch: investigation and diagnosis. (1/191)
Use of an epidural blood patch to treat spinal headache after accidental dural puncture is well recognized. The high success rate associated with this practice has been questioned and it is not uncommon for patients to suffer recurring headaches after a supposedly successful blood patch. We describe a patient in labour who suffered accidental dural puncture, and whose headache was treated twice with an epidural blood patch. Despite this, the headache persisted. The case highlights the difficulty in the diagnosis of headache in the postnatal period in patients who have had regional analgesia and the importance of considering an alternative pathology, even if epidural blood patching has been successful. In this case, a diagnosis of cortical vein thrombosis was made. The incidence, presentation, aetiology and treatment of this rare condition is described. (+info)Randomised controlled trial of atraumatic versus standard needles for diagnostic lumbar puncture. (2/191)
OBJECTIVE: To compare the ease of use of atraumatic needles with standard needles for diagnostic lumbar puncture and the incidence of headache after their use. DESIGN: Double blind, randomised controlled trial. SETTING: Investigation ward of a neurology unit in a university hospital. PARTICIPANTS: 116 patients requiring elective diagnostic lumbar puncture. INTERVENTIONS: Standardised protocol for lumbar puncture with 20 gauge atraumatic or standard needles. OUTCOME MEASURES: The primary end point was intention to treat analysis of incidence of moderate to severe headache, assessed at one week by telephone interview. Secondary end points were incidence of headache at one week analysed by needle type, ease of use by operator according to a visual analogue scale, incidence of backache, and failure rate of puncture. RESULTS: Valid outcome data were available for 97 of 101 patients randomised. Baseline characteristics were matched except for higher body mass index in the standard needle group. By an intention to treat analysis the absolute risk of moderate to severe headache with atraumatic needles was reduced by 26% (95% confidence interval 6% to 45%) compared with standard needles, but there was a non-significantly greater absolute risk of multiple attempts at lumbar puncture (14%, -4% to 32%). Higher body mass index was associated with an increased failure rate with atraumatic needles, but the reduced incidence of headache was maintained. The need for medical interventions was reduced by 20% (1% to 40%). CONCLUSIONS: Atraumatic needles significantly reduced the incidence of moderate to severe headache and the need for medical interventions after diagnostic lumbar punctures, but they were associated with a higher failure rate than standard needles. (+info)Severe headache associated with occupational exposure to Stoddard solvent. (3/191)
We report a case of recurrent headaches in a woman with a workplace exposure to airborne (misted) lubricating fluid containing Stoddard solvent. For 2 months, the employee was seen by her family physician, a neurologist and an ophthalmologist. All attempted to diagnose the cause of and treat her headaches. Despite extensive testing, no etiology was discovered. Her headaches continued despite the use of medications. The employee, suspecting an occupational connection, changed the lubricating fluid at her workstation to a non-Stoddard solvent. Within 2 days she reported the complete resolution of her headaches with no further recurrences. A thorough occupational history and literature review supported exposure to Stoddard solvent as the probable source of her headaches. (+info)The therapeutic potential of melatonin in migraines and other headache types. (4/191)
A large number of individuals suffer from migraine headaches. Several theories attempt to explain migraine etiology. One such theory holds that since environmental stimuli are well known to trigger migraine headaches, the pineal gland may be involved in migraine etiology. Specifically, a pineal gland irregularity may be the physical origin of migraine headaches, with subsequent physiological changes being secondary. Research has found the pineal hormone melatonin is low in migraine patients. Additionally, several studies found administering melatonin to migraine sufferers relieved pain and decreased headache recurrence in some cases. It has been suggested melatonin may play an important therapeutic role in the treatment of migraines and other types of headaches, particularly those related to delayed sleep phase syndrome. Current research supports the hypothesis that migraines are a response to a pineal circadian irregularity in which the administration of melatonin normalizes this circadian cycle; i.e., melatonin may play a role in resynchronizing biological rhythms to lifestyle and subsequently relieve migraines and other forms of headaches. In addition, research testing the administration of melatonin found it safe in migraine sufferers, with few or no side effects. However, a larger, randomized control trial is needed to definitively determine if administration of melatonin to migraine patients is effective. (+info)Radiofrequency neurotomy for the treatment of third occipital headache. (5/191)
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy of a revised technique of percutaneous radiofrequency neurotomy for third occipital headache. METHODS: The revisions included using a large gauge electrode, ensuring minimum separation between the three electrode placements, and holding the electrode in place by hand. The revised technique was used to treat 51 nerves in 49 patients diagnosed as suffering from third occipital headache on the basis of controlled diagnostic blocks of the third occipital nerve. The criteria for successful outcome were complete relief of pain for at least 90 days associated with restoration of normal activities of daily living, and no use of drug treatment for the headache. RESULTS: Of the 49 patients, 43 (88%) achieved a successful outcome. The median duration of relief in these patients was 297 days, with eight patients continuing to have ongoing relief. Fourteen patients underwent a repeat neurotomy to reinstate relief, with 12 (86%) achieving a successful outcome. The median duration of relief in these patients was 217 days, with six patients having ongoing relief. Side effects of the procedure were consistent with coagulation of the third occipital nerve and consisted of slight ataxia, numbness, and temporary dysaesthesia. No side effects required intervention, and they were tolerated by the patients in exchange for the relief of headache. CONCLUSIONS: Use of the revised procedure greatly improved the rather low success rate previously encountered with third occipital neurotomy. Although the relief of headache is limited in duration, it is profound and can be reinstated by repeat neurotomy. No other form of treatment has been validated for this common form of headache. (+info)Postpartum cerebral ischaemia after accidental dural puncture and epidural blood patch. (6/191)
Puerperal women are reported to have a rate of cerebral infarction 13 times greater than non-pregnant females. We report a case of cerebral ischaemia in a 30-yr-old healthy parturient after epidural analgesia for labour, complicated by dural puncture treated with two epidural blood patches. Investigations showed the development of cerebral ischaemia on postpartum day 14. A transcranial Doppler ultrasonography showed vasospasm of the left middle cerebral artery still present at 3-month follow-up. At 1-yr follow-up, the patient had homonymous hemianopsia. We discuss the possible causative mechanism of the cerebral ischaemia in relation to the dural puncture and epidural blood patch. (+info)Relieving migraine pain: sorting through the options. (7/191)
Although triptans are a major advance in the treatment of migraine, the optimal approach for acute treatment involves a combination of lifestyle modifications, nonpharmacologic symptom relief, and drug therapy. (+info)Clinical features of episodic migraine and transformed migraine: a comparative study. (8/191)
Transformed migraine (TM) is one of the most frequent types of chronic daily headache. Eighty patients: 40 with episodic migraine (EM) and 40 with TM with ages ranging from 18 to 60 years old were studied. Females were the majority. At first examination, the mean age was similar in both groups. The initial age of migraine attacks was significantly smaller in the TM group. Time history of episodic attacks was similar in both groups. In the EM group, the headache was predominantly located on only one side of the head; whereas in the TM group, on more than one side. There was variation in the character of pain and intensity in the TM group. Nocturnal awakening with headache, aura and family history did not show significant association with EM or TM. The TM was distinguished from the EM in relation to the frequency, location and pain intensity of the headache. Patients with early migraine headache onset may exhibit a further risk of developing TM. (+info)Headache disorders refer to a group of conditions characterized by recurrent headaches that cause significant distress and impairment in daily functioning. The most common types of headache disorders are tension-type headaches, migraines, and cluster headaches.
Tension-type headaches are typically described as a dull, aching sensation around the head and neck, often accompanied by tightness or pressure. Migraines, on the other hand, are usually characterized by moderate to severe throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances.
Cluster headaches are relatively rare but extremely painful, with attacks lasting from 15 minutes to three hours and occurring several times a day for weeks or months. They typically affect one side of the head and are often accompanied by symptoms such as redness and tearing of the eye, nasal congestion, and sweating on the affected side of the face.
Headache disorders can have a significant impact on quality of life, and effective treatment often requires a multidisciplinary approach that may include medication, lifestyle changes, and behavioral therapies.
Primary headache disorders are a group of headaches that are not caused by an underlying medical condition or structural problem. They are considered to be separate medical entities and include:
1. Migraine: A recurring headache that typically causes moderate to severe throbbing pain, often on one side of the head. It is commonly accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound.
2. Tension-type headache (TTH): The most common type of headache, characterized by a pressing or tightening sensation around the forehead or back of the head and neck. It is usually not aggravated by physical activity and does not cause nausea or vomiting.
3. Cluster headache: A rare but extremely painful type of headache that occurs in clusters, meaning they happen several times a day for weeks or months, followed by periods of remission. The pain is usually one-sided, centered around the eye and often accompanied by redness, tearing, and nasal congestion.
4. New daily persistent headache (NDPH): A type of headache that starts suddenly and persists every day for weeks or months. It can be similar to tension-type headaches or migraines but is not caused by an underlying medical condition.
5. Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (TACs): A group of primary headache disorders characterized by severe pain on one side of the head, often accompanied by symptoms such as redness, tearing, and nasal congestion. Cluster headaches are a type of TAC.
6. Other primary headache disorders: These include rare conditions such as hemicrania continua, paroxysmal hemicrania, and short-lasting unilateral neuralgiform headache attacks.
Primary headache disorders can significantly impact a person's quality of life and ability to function. Treatment typically involves medication, lifestyle changes, and behavioral therapies.
A headache is defined as pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck. It can be a symptom of various underlying conditions such as stress, sinus congestion, migraine, or more serious issues like meningitis or concussion. Headaches can vary in intensity, ranging from mild to severe, and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or sensitivity to light and sound. There are over 150 different types of headaches, including tension headaches, cluster headaches, and sinus headaches, each with their own specific characteristics and causes.
A migraine disorder is a neurological condition characterized by recurrent headaches that often involve one side of the head and are accompanied by various symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances. Migraines can last from several hours to days and can be severely debilitating. The exact cause of migraines is not fully understood, but they are believed to result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors that affect the brain and blood vessels. There are different types of migraines, including migraine without aura, migraine with aura, chronic migraine, and others, each with its own specific set of symptoms and diagnostic criteria. Treatment typically involves a combination of lifestyle changes, medications, and behavioral therapies to manage symptoms and prevent future attacks.
Secondary headache disorders refer to headaches that are caused by an underlying medical condition, structural abnormality, or injury. These headaches can have various characteristics and patterns, and their symptoms may mimic those of primary headache disorders such as migraine or tension-type headaches. However, in order to diagnose a secondary headache disorder, the healthcare provider must identify and address the underlying cause.
Examples of conditions that can cause secondary headache disorders include:
* Intracranial hemorrhage (bleeding in the brain)
* Brain tumors or other space-occupying lesions
* Meningitis or encephalitis (infections of the membranes surrounding the brain or the brain itself)
* Sinusitis or other respiratory infections
* Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ)
* Giant cell arteritis (a condition that affects the blood vessels in the head and neck)
* Substance use or withdrawal (such as from caffeine or alcohol)
* Medications (such as nitroglycerin or blood pressure-lowering drugs)
It is important to note that secondary headache disorders can be serious and even life-threatening, so it is essential to seek medical attention if you experience a new or unusual headache, especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as fever, weakness, numbness, or difficulty speaking.
A cluster headache is a type of primary headache disorder characterized by severe, one-sided headaches that occur in clusters, meaning they happen several times a day for several weeks or months and then go into remission for a period of time. The pain of a cluster headache is typically intense and often described as a sharp, stabbing, or burning sensation around the eye or temple on one side of the head.
Cluster headaches are relatively rare, affecting fewer than 1 in 1000 people. They tend to affect men more often than women and usually start between the ages of 20 and 50. The exact cause of cluster headaches is not fully understood, but they are thought to be related to abnormalities in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain that regulates various bodily functions, including hormone production and sleep-wake cycles.
Cluster headache attacks can last from 15 minutes to several hours and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as redness or tearing of the eye, runny nose, sweating, or swelling on the affected side of the face. During a cluster period, headaches typically occur at the same time each day, often at night or in the early morning.
Cluster headaches can be treated with various medications, including triptans, oxygen therapy, and local anesthetics. Preventive treatments such as verapamil, lithium, or corticosteroids may also be used to reduce the frequency and severity of cluster headache attacks during a cluster period.
A tension-type headache (TTH) is a common primary headache disorder characterized by mild to moderate, non-throbbing head pain, often described as a tight band or pressure surrounding the head. The pain typically occurs on both sides of the head and may be accompanied by symptoms such as scalp tenderness, neck stiffness, and light or sound sensitivity.
TTHs are classified into two main categories: episodic and chronic. Episodic TTHs occur less than 15 days per month, while chronic TTHs occur 15 or more days per month for at least three months. The exact cause of tension-type headaches is not fully understood, but they are believed to be related to muscle tension, stress, anxiety, and poor posture.
Treatment options for TTHs include over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, relaxation techniques, stress management, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications. In some cases, prescription medications may be necessary to manage chronic TTHs.
Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgias (TACs) is a group of primary headache disorders characterized by unilateral, severe head pain associated with ipsilateral cranial autonomic features. The International Classification of Headache Disorders, 3rd edition (ICHD-3) classifies TACs into four types:
1. Cluster Headache: Severe, strictly unilateral, orbital, supraorbital, or temporal pain lasting 15 minutes to three hours and occurring in clusters (usually at the same time of day for several weeks or months). The attacks are associated with ipsilateral cranial autonomic symptoms such as conjunctival injection, lacrimation, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, forehead sweating, eyelid edema, and/or pupillary miosis.
2. Paroxysmal Hemicrania: Short-lasting (2-30 minutes) but recurrent attacks of severe unilateral head pain accompanied by ipsilateral cranial autonomic features. The attacks occur more than five times a day and are often associated with agitation or restlessness during the attack.
3. Short-lasting Unilateral Neuralgiform Headache Attacks (SUNHA): This category includes two subtypes: SUNCT (Short-lasting Unilateral Neuralgiform headache attacks with Conjunctival injection and Tearing) and SUNA (Short-lasting Unilateral Neuralgiform headache attacks with Autonomic symptoms). These disorders are characterized by moderate to severe unilateral head pain lasting 5 minutes to 6 hours, accompanied by cranial autonomic features.
4. Hemicrania Continua: A continuous, strictly unilateral headache of mild to moderate intensity with occasional exacerbations of severe pain. The attacks are associated with ipsilateral cranial autonomic symptoms and/or migrainous features such as photophobia, phonophobia, or nausea.
TACs are considered rare disorders, and their pathophysiology is not entirely understood. However, it is believed that they involve the trigeminal nerve and its connections to the brainstem. Treatment typically involves medications targeting the underlying mechanisms of these headaches, such as triptans for migraine-like features or anticonvulsants for neuralgiform pain. In some cases, invasive procedures like nerve blocks or neurostimulation may be considered.
"Migraine without Aura," also known as "Common Migraine," is defined by the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD-3) as follows:
"Headaches fulfilling criteria C and D:
C. At least five attacks fulfilling criterion B
B. Headache lasting 4-72 hours (untreated or unsuccessfully treated)
1. a) Has at least two of the following characteristics:
b) One-sided location
c) Pulsating quality
d) Moderate or severe pain intensity
e) Aggravation by or causing avoidance of routine physical activity (e.g., walking or climbing stairs)
D. During headache at least one of the following:
1. a) Nausea and/or vomiting
2. b) Photophobia and phonophobia"
In simpler terms, Migraine without Aura is a recurring headache disorder characterized by moderate to severe headaches that typically occur on one side of the head, have a pulsating quality, and are aggravated by physical activity. The headaches last between 4 and 72 hours if not treated or if treatment is unsuccessful. Additionally, during the headache, at least one of the following symptoms must be present: nausea/vomiting, sensitivity to light (photophobia), or sensitivity to sound (phonophobia).
"Migraine with Aura" is a neurological condition that is formally defined by the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD) as follows:
"An migraine attack with focal neurological symptoms that usually develop gradually over 5 to 20 minutes and last for less than 60 minutes. Motor weakness is not a feature of the aura."
The symptoms of an aura may include visual disturbances such as flickering lights, zigzag lines, or blind spots; sensory disturbances such as tingling or numbness in the face, arms, or legs; and speech or language difficulties. These symptoms are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain and typically precede or accompany a migraine headache, although they can also occur without a headache.
It's important to note that not all people who experience migraines will have an aura, and some people may have an aura without a headache. If you are experiencing symptoms of a migraine with aura or any other type of headache, it is recommended that you consult with a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Neurology is a branch of medicine that deals with the study and treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, and autonomic nervous system. Neurologists are medical doctors who specialize in this field, diagnosing and treating conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and various types of headaches and pain disorders. They use a variety of diagnostic tests, including imaging studies like MRI and CT scans, electrophysiological tests like EEG and EMG, and laboratory tests to evaluate nerve function and identify any underlying conditions or abnormalities. Treatment options may include medication, surgery, rehabilitation, or lifestyle modifications.
Facial neuralgia is a general term that refers to painful conditions affecting the facial nerves. It is often used to describe two specific disorders: trigeminal neuralgia and glossopharyngeal neuralgia.
1. Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), also known as tic douloureux, is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, one of the major nerves of the face. The trigeminal nerve is responsible for sensations in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing. Trigeminal neuralgia causes intense, stabbing, electric shock-like pain in the areas of the face where the branches of the nerve are distributed: the lower jaw, upper jaw, and cheek. The pain usually affects one side of the face, is triggered by light touch or other stimuli, and can last from a few seconds to several minutes.
2. Glossopharyngeal neuralgia (GPN) is a similar but less common condition that involves the glossopharyngeal nerve, which is responsible for sensations in the throat, tongue, and ear on one side of the face. GPN causes sharp, stabbing pain in these areas, often triggered by swallowing, talking, or coughing.
Both trigeminal neuralgia and glossopharyngeal neuralgia can be debilitating and significantly impact a person's quality of life. The exact cause of these conditions is not always clear, but they are often associated with nerve compression by blood vessels or tumors, age-related changes in the nerves and blood vessels, multiple sclerosis, or other underlying medical conditions. Treatment options may include medications to manage pain, surgical procedures to decompress the affected nerves, or, in some cases, radiofrequency ablation or gamma knife radiosurgery to destroy a portion of the nerve and reduce pain signals.
Tryptamines are a class of organic compounds that contain a tryptamine skeleton, which is a combination of an indole ring and a ethylamine side chain. They are commonly found in nature and can be synthesized in the lab. Some tryptamines have psychedelic properties and are used as recreational drugs, such as dimethyltryptamine (DMT) and psilocybin. Others have important roles in the human body, such as serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, appetite, and sleep. Tryptamines can also be found in some plants and animals, including certain species of mushrooms, toads, and catnip.
SUNCT syndrome, an acronym for Short-lasting Unilateral Neuralgiform headache attacks with Conjunctival injection and Tearing, is a rare and severe type of headache disorder. It is characterized by recurrent episodes of intense, one-sided (unilateral) head pain that typically lasts for a short duration (less than 5 minutes). The headaches are often described as stabbing or piercing and can be triggered by various stimuli such as touch, movement, or temperature changes.
In addition to the head pain, SUNCT syndrome is also associated with autonomic symptoms, including redness (conjunctival injection) and tearing of the eye on the same side as the headache. Other possible autonomic symptoms include sweating, nasal congestion, and pupil changes.
SUNCT syndrome can be challenging to diagnose and treat due to its rarity and severity. It is typically managed with a combination of medications, including anti-epileptic drugs, and in some cases, invasive procedures such as nerve blocks or neurostimulation may be considered.
A vascular headache is a type of headache that is primarily caused by disturbances in the blood vessels that supply blood to the brain and surrounding tissues. The two most common types of vascular headaches are migraines and cluster headaches.
Migraines are characterized by intense, throbbing pain on one or both sides of the head, often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances known as auras. They can last from several hours to days.
Cluster headaches, on the other hand, are characterized by severe, one-sided pain around the eye or temple that occurs in clusters, meaning they occur several times a day for weeks or months, followed by periods of remission. Cluster headaches are often accompanied by symptoms such as redness and tearing of the eye, nasal congestion, and sweating on the affected side of the face.
Other types of vascular headaches include toxic headaches caused by exposure to certain substances or drugs, and headaches associated with high blood pressure or other medical conditions that affect the blood vessels in the brain.
Analgesics are a class of drugs that are used to relieve pain. They work by blocking the transmission of pain signals in the nervous system, allowing individuals to manage their pain levels more effectively. There are many different types of analgesics available, including both prescription and over-the-counter options. Some common examples include acetaminophen (Tylenol), ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin), and opioids such as morphine or oxycodone.
The choice of analgesic will depend on several factors, including the type and severity of pain being experienced, any underlying medical conditions, potential drug interactions, and individual patient preferences. It is important to use these medications as directed by a healthcare provider, as misuse or overuse can lead to serious side effects and potential addiction.
In addition to their pain-relieving properties, some analgesics may also have additional benefits such as reducing inflammation (like in the case of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs) or causing sedation (as with certain opioids). However, it is essential to weigh these potential benefits against the risks and side effects associated with each medication.
When used appropriately, analgesics can significantly improve a person's quality of life by helping them manage their pain effectively and allowing them to engage in daily activities more comfortably.
A questionnaire in the medical context is a standardized, systematic, and structured tool used to gather information from individuals regarding their symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, or other health-related factors. It typically consists of a series of written questions that can be either self-administered or administered by an interviewer. Questionnaires are widely used in various areas of healthcare, including clinical research, epidemiological studies, patient care, and health services evaluation to collect data that can inform diagnosis, treatment planning, and population health management. They provide a consistent and organized method for obtaining information from large groups or individual patients, helping to ensure accurate and comprehensive data collection while minimizing bias and variability in the information gathered.
Indomethacin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. It works by inhibiting the activity of certain enzymes in the body, including cyclooxygenase (COX), which plays a role in producing prostaglandins, chemicals involved in the inflammatory response.
Indomethacin is available in various forms, such as capsules, suppositories, and injectable solutions, and is used to treat a wide range of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, and bursitis. It may also be used to relieve pain and reduce fever in other conditions, such as dental procedures or after surgery.
Like all NSAIDs, indomethacin can have side effects, including stomach ulcers, bleeding, and kidney damage, especially when taken at high doses or for long periods of time. It may also increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Therefore, it is important to use indomethacin only as directed by a healthcare provider and to report any unusual symptoms or side effects promptly.
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). When you become depressed, you may feel sad or hopeless and lose interest or pleasure in most activities. When your mood shifts to mania or hypomania (a less severe form of mania), you may feel euphoric, full of energy, or unusually irritable. These mood swings can significantly affect your job, school, relationships, and overall quality of life.
Bipolar disorder is typically characterized by the presence of one or more manic or hypomanic episodes, often accompanied by depressive episodes. The episodes may be separated by periods of normal mood, but in some cases, a person may experience rapid cycling between mania and depression.
There are several types of bipolar disorder, including:
* Bipolar I Disorder: This type is characterized by the occurrence of at least one manic episode, which may be preceded or followed by hypomanic or major depressive episodes.
* Bipolar II Disorder: This type involves the presence of at least one major depressive episode and at least one hypomanic episode, but no manic episodes.
* Cyclothymic Disorder: This type is characterized by numerous periods of hypomania and depression that are not severe enough to meet the criteria for a full manic or depressive episode.
* Other Specified and Unspecified Bipolar and Related Disorders: These categories include bipolar disorders that do not fit the criteria for any of the other types.
The exact cause of bipolar disorder is unknown, but it appears to be related to a combination of genetic, environmental, and neurochemical factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy, and lifestyle changes to help manage symptoms and prevent relapses.
A mental disorder is a syndrome characterized by clinically significant disturbance in an individual's cognition, emotion regulation, or behavior. It's associated with distress and/or impaired functioning in social, occupational, or other important areas of life, often leading to a decrease in quality of life. These disorders are typically persistent and can be severe and disabling. They may be related to factors such as genetics, early childhood experiences, or trauma. Examples include depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders. It's important to note that a diagnosis should be made by a qualified mental health professional.
Anxiety disorders are a category of mental health disorders characterized by feelings of excessive and persistent worry, fear, or anxiety that interfere with daily activities. They include several different types of disorders, such as:
1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): This is characterized by chronic and exaggerated worry and tension, even when there is little or nothing to provoke it.
2. Panic Disorder: This is characterized by recurring unexpected panic attacks and fear of experiencing more panic attacks.
3. Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD): Also known as social phobia, this is characterized by excessive fear, anxiety, or avoidance of social situations due to feelings of embarrassment, self-consciousness, and concern about being judged or viewed negatively by others.
4. Phobias: These are intense, irrational fears of certain objects, places, or situations. When a person with a phobia encounters the object or situation they fear, they may experience panic attacks or other severe anxiety responses.
5. Agoraphobia: This is a fear of being in places where it may be difficult to escape or get help if one has a panic attack or other embarrassing or incapacitating symptoms.
6. Separation Anxiety Disorder (SAD): This is characterized by excessive anxiety about separation from home or from people to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment (such as a parent, sibling, or partner).
7. Selective Mutism: This is a disorder where a child becomes mute in certain situations, such as at school, but can speak normally at home or with close family members.
These disorders are treatable with a combination of medication and psychotherapy (cognitive-behavioral therapy, exposure therapy). It's important to seek professional help if you suspect that you or someone you know may have an anxiety disorder.
Mood disorders are a category of mental health disorders characterized by significant and persistent changes in mood, affect, and emotional state. These disorders can cause disturbances in normal functioning and significantly impair an individual's ability to carry out their daily activities. The two primary types of mood disorders are depressive disorders (such as major depressive disorder or persistent depressive disorder) and bipolar disorders (which include bipolar I disorder, bipolar II disorder, and cyclothymic disorder).
Depressive disorders involve prolonged periods of low mood, sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest in activities. Individuals with these disorders may also experience changes in sleep patterns, appetite, energy levels, concentration, and self-esteem. In severe cases, they might have thoughts of death or suicide.
Bipolar disorders involve alternating episodes of mania (or hypomania) and depression. During a manic episode, individuals may feel extremely elated, energetic, or irritable, with racing thoughts, rapid speech, and impulsive behavior. They might engage in risky activities, have decreased sleep needs, and display poor judgment. In contrast, depressive episodes involve the same symptoms as depressive disorders.
Mood disorders can be caused by a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Proper diagnosis and treatment, which may include psychotherapy, medication, or a combination of both, are essential for managing these conditions and improving quality of life.
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is a publication of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) that provides diagnostic criteria for mental disorders. It is widely used by mental health professionals in the United States and around the world to diagnose and classify mental health conditions.
The DSM includes detailed descriptions of symptoms, clinical examples, and specific criteria for each disorder, which are intended to facilitate accurate diagnosis and improve communication among mental health professionals. The manual is regularly updated to reflect current research and clinical practice, with the most recent edition being the DSM-5, published in 2013.
It's important to note that while the DSM is a valuable tool for mental health professionals, it is not without controversy. Some critics argue that the manual medicalizes normal human experiences and that its categories may be too broad or overlapping. Nonetheless, it remains an essential resource for clinicians, researchers, and policymakers in the field of mental health.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), also simply referred to as depression, is a serious mental health condition characterized by the presence of one or more major depressive episodes. A major depressive episode is a period of at least two weeks during which an individual experiences a severely depressed mood and/or loss of interest or pleasure in nearly all activities, accompanied by at least four additional symptoms such as significant changes in appetite or weight, sleep disturbances, psychomotor agitation or retardation, fatigue or loss of energy, feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt, difficulty thinking, concentrating, or making decisions, and recurrent thoughts of death or suicide.
MDD can significantly impair an individual's ability to function in daily life, and it is associated with increased risks of suicide, substance abuse, and other mental health disorders. The exact cause of MDD is not fully understood, but it is believed to result from a complex interplay of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors. Treatment typically involves a combination of psychotherapy (such as cognitive-behavioral therapy) and medication (such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants).
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International Classification of Headache Disorders
Headache
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Cluster headache
Medication overuse headache
Ictal headache
Migralepsy
Acephalgic migraine
Dasolampanel
Interventional radiology
Nerve block
Orthostatic headache
Sexual headache
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Migrainous infarction
Medical classification
Methysergide
Tension headache
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Exploding head syndrome
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Migraine (book)
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International Classification of Headache Disorders - Wikipedia
Study assesses link of preexisting mental disorders with chronic headaches | ScienceDaily
Other headache disorders - The Migraine Trust
WHO EMRO | Headache disorders | Health topics
CSF Pressure and Volume Disorders | American Headache Society
Neuroimaging in Headache Disorders - European Chiropractors' Union
20 Systematic review registration in headache disorders | BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine
Tension-Type Headache - Neurologic Disorders - Merck Manuals Professional Edition
Headache Classification Committee of the International Headache Society (IHS) The International Classification of Headache...
Exacerbated Headache-Related Pain in the Single Prolonged Stress Preclinical Model of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. -...
A Scary Link Between Headaches and TMJ Disorder - Plano Smile Studio
Vestibular disorders in migrainous children and adolescents | The Journal of Headache and Pain | Full Text
Petition to Request Congressional Hearings on Migraine & Headache Disorders: Please Sign TODAY! - The Daily Headache
Tension-Type Headache - Neurologic Disorders - MSD Manual Professional Edition
Muscle Contraction Tension Headache: Background, Pathophysiology, Epidemiology
Bipolar disorder Archives - Robbins Headache Clinic
Headache: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
Headache After Stroke - Association of Migraine Disorders
chronic disorder - Severe Headaches
TMJ Disorder/Splint Therapy
Available Treatments for Headache Disorders - Colorado Recovery Solutions
Cannabis' effects on headache disorders - TheAmazingFlower.com, CBGA Medical LLC
Applying for Disability Due to Primary Headache Disorder - Hoglund Law
Cluster Headaches Last Longer, Are More Severe in Women
"National Guidelines for The Treatment Of Common Headaches Disorders in" by Abdul Malik, Sabrina Khan et al.
Long COVID and Headache Disorders: A Policy Panel Discussion - Migraine Science Collaborative
Complementary and integrative treatment of vestibular disorders in patients with headache | VJNeurology
Report about Master of Headache disorders programme at University of Copenhagen - eanpages
Headaches - Seattle, WA: TMJ Orofacial Disorders Center: TMJ Specialist
Link Found Between Headaches And Thyroid Disorders | Cabot Health
Migraines10
- If severe headaches are thought to be tension-type headaches, the diagnosis should be reconsidered because severe tension-type headaches are often migraines. (merckmanuals.com)
- There are things you can do to manage headaches at home, especially migraines or tension headaches. (medlineplus.gov)
- Some of the most common types of primary headache disorders include migraines, tension-type headaches, cluster headaches, paroxysmal hemicrania, and medication-overuse headaches. (coresolutions.health)
- Migraines are vascular headaches involving throbbing and pulsating pain caused by the activation of the nerve fibers that reside within the wall of brain blood vessels traveling within the meninges (the three membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. (hoglundlaw.com)
- Cluster headaches are characterized by sudden headaches that occur in "clusters," are usually less frequent and shorter than migraines and may be mistaken for allergies because they often occur seasonally. (hoglundlaw.com)
- Are you suffering from debilitating headaches and migraines? (hoglundlaw.com)
- Researchers have put their heads together to show that sufferers of migraines, cluster headaches, tension headaches or other headache disorders are at greater risk of developing an under active thyroid condition called hypothyroidism. (cabothealth.com.au)
- For example, the prevalence of severe headaches or migraines is 20.7% in women and 9.7% in men. (nih.gov)
- My migraines which were in remission for years have returned and I'm getting tension headaches regularly too. (mybipolarpregnancy.com)
- Amalgam fillings, root canals, and ill-fitting crowns have all been shown to potentially cause headaches and, in some cases, even migraines. (greensmoothiegirl.com)
Type of headache11
- TTH is the most common type of headache, and it is classified as episodic (ETTH) or chronic (CTTH). (medscape.com)
- The most common type of headache is tension headache. (medlineplus.gov)
- People who take pain medicine more than 3 days a week on a regular basis can develop this type of headache. (medlineplus.gov)
- Your provider may have already prescribed medicine to treat your type of headache. (medlineplus.gov)
- Achieving the correct diagnosis is heavily dependent on your doctor's ability to determine the type of headache disorder you're experiencing. (coresolutions.health)
- Cluster headaches (nicknamed "suicide headaches") are a rare type of headache that are said to be the most painful medical condition known to man. (mybipolarpregnancy.com)
- There's a good chance it could be a specific type of headache. (webmd.com)
- These are the most common type of headache. (webmd.com)
- Different things may set off each type of headache. (webmd.com)
- This type of headache can be brought on by intense physical activities, causing that throbbing sensation. (greatist.com)
- ON is a type of headache that describes the irritation of the GON and the signs and symptoms associated with it 7 . (bvsalud.org)
Symptoms29
- Headaches linked with TMJ disorders often manifest with certain symptoms. (planosmilestudio.com)
- The first study to examine the use of cannabis in the context of daily life among people with Bipolar Disorder has shown how the drug is linked to increases in both manic and depressive symptoms. (robbinsheadacheclinic.com)
- This is a group of warning symptoms that start before your headache. (medlineplus.gov)
- TMJ disorder can be a challenge to diagnose due to the variety of symptoms this condition may instigate. (nashuadentistry.com)
- In addition to seeking solutions for the symptoms of TMJ disorder, our dentists also perform diagnostic evaluation to identify the cause of stress to the temporomandibular joints. (nashuadentistry.com)
- In addition to that, there are a variety of other things you can start doing today to help prevent or reduce symptoms of a headache disorder. (coresolutions.health)
- Not only that, but your doctor will ask you a series of questions to understand the history of your headaches, the triggers, and the various symptoms you're experiencing. (coresolutions.health)
- They'll likely have you fill out a headache journal to better manage and monitor your triggers, symptoms, and history. (coresolutions.health)
- Primary headaches differ from secondary headaches because they occur independently and are not symptoms of another medical condition such as fever, infection, high blood pressure, stroke or tumors. (hoglundlaw.com)
- Primary Headaches are diagnosed after a physician has excluded other medical or psychiatric causes for these symptoms. (hoglundlaw.com)
- It is helpful to a physician when a person keeps a "headache journal" to document when the headaches occur, how long they last, what symptoms are associated with the headaches, and other co-occurring environmental factors. (hoglundlaw.com)
- SSA will not establish the existence of a Primary Headache Disorder solely on a diagnosis or statement of symptoms. (hoglundlaw.com)
- They must consider and discuss the limiting effects of the Primary Headache Disorder and any related symptoms when assessing a person's RFC. (hoglundlaw.com)
- For example, symptoms of a primary headache, such as photophobia, may cause a person to have difficulty sustaining attention and concentration. (hoglundlaw.com)
- Women with cluster headache (CH) have more severe symptoms and longer headache bouts than men, and they are more likely to have a chronic subtype of the disorder, new research shows. (medscape.com)
- I have patients in our cohort and our clinic who say they go to neurologists with all the symptoms of cluster headache and the neurologists say that 'you can't have cluster headache because you're a woman,' " Belin said. (medscape.com)
- What are the symptoms of headaches? (tmjdisorders.com)
- A magnesium supplement may help because magnesium can relieve headache symptoms. (cabothealth.com.au)
- Secondary headaches are symptoms of another health condition, such as an infection or injury. (healthline.com)
- Background: To investigate the associations of aural symptoms, headache and depression with the presence of temporomandibular disorder (TMD) symptoms in a young adult population in Japan. (elsevierpure.com)
- A personal interview survey was conducted on first-year university students (n = 1,930) regarding symptoms of TMD, aural problems, headache, shoulder pain and depression. (elsevierpure.com)
- TMD symptoms (Group I, II and III) were also associated with vertigo and headache. (elsevierpure.com)
- Conclusions: TMD symptoms were significantly correlated to aural symptoms and headache. (elsevierpure.com)
- A functional evaluation of the stomatognathic system should be considered in subjects with unexplained aural symptoms and headache. (elsevierpure.com)
- Biofunctional and biomechanical disorders with oral structures, the temporomandibular joints that hinge the jaw, and muscular tension in the head and neck can contribute to migraine and tension headache symptoms. (advancedprostheticsinstitute.com)
- These elements can all play an important factor or contribute to tension in the head and neck, which can exacerbate migraine and tension headache symptoms. (advancedprostheticsinstitute.com)
- Craniomandibular disorders (CMDs) are a heterogeneous group of pathologies affecting the stomatognathic system and related structures, whose complex and diversified etiology generate several diagnostic and taxonomic problems and with signs and symptoms which in some way are associated with psychosomatic disorders 10 . (bvsalud.org)
- Major CMDs signs and symptoms include pain, impairment of jaw movements, joint sounds and headaches 17 . (bvsalud.org)
- The pain in TTH is not exacerbated by physical activity and there are no other symptoms associated with this headache 15 . (bvsalud.org)
Tension-type headaches7
- Episodic tension-type headaches occur (merckmanuals.com)
- Chronic tension-type headaches occur ≥ 15 days/month. (merckmanuals.com)
- tension-type headaches are not accompanied by nausea and vomiting and are not made worse by physical activity, light, sounds, or smells. (merckmanuals.com)
- For most mild to moderate tension-type headaches, OTC analgesics (eg, aspirin , acetaminophen ) can provide relief. (merckmanuals.com)
- Tension-type headaches are the most common type of primary headache disorder and are characterized by increased pressure around the head like you're wearing a headband that's too tight. (coresolutions.health)
- SSR 19-4p notes that primary headache disorders and among the most common disorders of the nervous system and examples include migraine headaches, tension-type headaches, and cluster headaches. (hoglundlaw.com)
- Tension-type headaches are characterized by pain in the head, scalp, face, jaw, or neck and are usually associated with muscle tightness. (hoglundlaw.com)
Types of headaches1
- If one parent has a history of these types of headaches , their child has a 50% chance of getting them. (webmd.com)
Severe11
- An association between a broad range of pre-existing mental disorders and subsequent onset of severe or frequent headaches has been identified by researchers. (sciencedaily.com)
- A new study published in The Journal of Pain reports an association between a broad range of pre-existing mental disorders and subsequent onset of severe or frequent headaches. (sciencedaily.com)
- They investigated the association between preexisting mood, anxiety, impulse control and substance use disorders with subsequent onset of frequent or severe headaches. (sciencedaily.com)
- Results showed that after adjusting for influences of sex, age and mental disorder comorbidity, a broad range of mental disorders increased the likelihood of developing severe and frequent headaches by 40 percent. (sciencedaily.com)
- Reconsider the diagnosis of tension-type headache if headache is severe, particularly in a patient who has concomitant migraine or a history of prior migraine headaches. (merckmanuals.com)
- CH is rare but is among the most severe and debilitating types of headache. (medscape.com)
- Any sudden severe and new headache is a medical emergency and should seek medical care immediately. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Headache can be a symptom of many underlying pathologies, some of which can lead to severe disability and mortality. (nih.gov)
- Severe headaches are like bipolar disorder the can be in remission for years and then can be triggered. (mybipolarpregnancy.com)
- Severe, uncontrolled high blood pressure , often called malignant hypertension, can contribute to headaches, although high blood pressure is not a common cause of headaches. (greatist.com)
- Most migraine headaches last about 4 hours, but severe ones can go for more than 3 days. (webmd.com)
Primary headache disorder3
- Migraine Migraine is an episodic primary headache disorder. (merckmanuals.com)
- Normally, to be found Disabled based on a primary headache disorder, the SSA will evaluate how it affects a personal Residual Functional Capacity (RFC). (hoglundlaw.com)
- The most important factors when applying for Disability due to a Primary Headache Disorder is to document when they occur along with the intensity and length of the episode, treat regularly with a physician (preferably a Neurologist), and go through various treatments to try and help with the condition. (hoglundlaw.com)
20211
- A 2021 study noted that dehydration headaches often resolved shortly after the person consumed fluids. (healthline.com)
CLUSTER HEADACHE7
- Cluster headache is a sharp, very painful headache that occurs daily, sometimes up to several times a day for months. (medlineplus.gov)
- The study, which is the largest to date involving patients with cluster headache (CH), adds to a growing body of work that suggests an illness that affects mostly men may actually have a much greater effect on women. (medscape.com)
- We're very interested in learning more about the treatment response in men and women and why chronic cluster headache seems to be more common in women," Belin said. (medscape.com)
- This large study of rigorously diagnosed cluster headache patients mandates an elevated index of suspicion for cluster headache in women, and an awareness of possibly more burdensome disease in women," the editorialists add. (medscape.com)
- These techniques are not yet FDA-approved for vestibular disorders but are FDA-approved for cluster headache and migraine, respectively. (vjneurology.com)
- The state-of-the-art methods for the abortive and prophylactic treatment of tension-type headache, migraine and cluster headache are reviewed. (elsevierpure.com)
- the number one treatment during the acute attack of a cluster headache - oxygen. (mybipolarpregnancy.com)
20231
- This interview took place at the American Headache Society 2023 meeting in Austin, TX. (vjneurology.com)
Triggers7
- Potential triggers for chronic tension-type headache should be identified and treated. (merckmanuals.com)
- A headache diary can help you identify your headache triggers. (medlineplus.gov)
- Review your diary with your health care provider to identify triggers or a pattern to your headaches. (medlineplus.gov)
- Headache disorders are generally treated by first learning and understanding the triggers associated with the headaches. (coresolutions.health)
- Teeth clenching and TMJ disorders are often headache triggers. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Different people have different headache triggers. (cabothealth.com.au)
- Learning to avoid your triggers may prevent headaches or make them less painful. (webmd.com)
Nausea4
- Tension-type headache causes mild generalized pain (usually viselike) without the incapacity, nausea, or photophobia associated with migraine. (merckmanuals.com)
- Evidence suggests that acupressure on the wrist can prevent nausea and motion sickness, which are associated with vestibular disorders. (vjneurology.com)
- The headache comes in episodes and sometimes also comes with nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. (webmd.com)
- About 80% of people have nausea along with a headache, and about half vomit. (webmd.com)
Prevalent3
- Primary headache disorders are highly prevalent worldwide. (elsevierpure.com)
- p class=\'abstract\'>Migraine headaches are among the most prevalent and disabling pain conditions worldwide. (stanford.edu)
- Headaches are so prevalent that it's common to hear at least one person a day complain of a headache and reach for an aspirin. (greensmoothiegirl.com)
20221
- Feb. 9, 2022 A new study shows that people with migraine or frequent tension headaches have a reduced work ability in particularly three areas. (sciencedaily.com)
International Classification of Headache Disorders4
- The International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD) is a detailed hierarchical classification of all headache-related disorders published by the International Headache Society. (wikipedia.org)
- The International Classification of Headache Disorders, 2nd Edition" (PDF). (wikipedia.org)
- The International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD-III) classifies headaches. (nih.gov)
- Although 65.4% spent more time with patients with headache than with other patients, only 32.7% used the International Classification of Headache Disorders. (elsevier.es)
Bipolar Disorder6
- Researchers found that levels of a nerve growth factor were lower in people with depression or bipolar disorder than in healthy controls. (robbinsheadacheclinic.com)
- I've been pouring over textbooks and treatment guidelines, and these four mood stabilizers keep rising to the top.1-6 None of them are perfect, but each has a unique role in bipolar disorder: Lithium Quetiapine (Seroquel) Lurasidone (Latuda) Lamotrigine (Lamictal). (robbinsheadacheclinic.com)
- Garey is the author of the novel "Too Bright to Hear Too Loud to See" and a co-editor of "Voices of Bipolar Disorder: The Healing Companion. (robbinsheadacheclinic.com)
- After my last post I've had some health issues - not related to my bipolar disorder. (mybipolarpregnancy.com)
- I'm on Topamax for the headaches (interesting that an off-label use is also bipolar disorder). (mybipolarpregnancy.com)
- Lithium is most commonly used, however, as the treatment of choice for recurrent bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness). (cdc.gov)
Treatments6
- If simple treatments are insufficient, we can also take a few more aggressive steps to treat your TMJ disorders. (planosmilestudio.com)
- TMJ Orofacial Pain Specialists, Jason Pehling, DDS, MS, and Akanksha Gupta BDS, MS and the caring professionals at TMJ Orofacial Disorders Center in Seattle, offer effective treatments to help you find relief from headaches. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Theoretical developments and burgeoning research on stress and illness in the mid-20th century yielded the foundations necessary to conceptualize headache as a psychophysiological disorder and eventually to develop and apply contemporary behavioral headache treatments. (nih.gov)
- Over the past three decades, these behavioral headache treatments (relaxation training, biofeedback, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and stress-management training) have amassed a sizeable evidence base. (nih.gov)
- The strength of the evidence has lead many professional practice organizations to recommend use of behavioral headache treatments alongside pharmacologic treatments for primary headache. (nih.gov)
- The present overview was prepared as a companion article to and intended to provide a background for the Guidelines for Trials of Behavioral Treatments for Recurrent Headache also published within this journal supplement. (nih.gov)
Minutes to 7 days1
- Tension-type headache (TTH) is a headache type lasting 30 minutes to 7 days, usually reported as pressure or a tight sensation of mild to moderate intensity, typically on both sides or around the head in a "band-like" distribution. (bvsalud.org)
Common cause of headaches1
- Dehydration is a common cause of headaches. (cabothealth.com.au)
Overuse headaches3
- For this reason, these headaches are also called medicine overuse headaches. (medlineplus.gov)
- But remember that taking them too often can trigger overuse headaches. (webmd.com)
- A couple headache specialists have told me that they don't know for sure, but believe that marijuana has a similar risk for rebound (medication overuse) headaches as opioids do. (thedailyheadache.com)
Occur5
- Several studies have shown that headaches are linked with emotional problems and occur twice as often in persons with depressive/anxiety disorders. (sciencedaily.com)
- They often occur from overuse of pain medicines for other headaches like migraine or tension headaches. (medlineplus.gov)
- Headaches may occur if you have a cold, the flu, a fever, or premenstrual syndrome . (medlineplus.gov)
- It is important to note that headache and/or migraine disease may occur after having a stroke , d epending on the location and the severity of the stroke. (migrainedisorders.org)
- These headaches can occur several times per day and are characterized by aching, watery, and red eyes, runny nose, blocked sinus, and droopy eyelid. (coresolutions.health)
Temporomandibular disorders1
- Temporomandibular disorders, sleep bruxism, and primary headaches are mutually associated. (bvsalud.org)
Stress9
- Exacerbated Headache-Related Pain in the Single Prolonged Stress Preclinical Model of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder. (iasp-pain.org)
- Chronic headache pain is one of the most commonly reported comorbid pain conditions with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) patients and resistant to effective treatment, yet no combined preclinical model of the two disorders has been reported. (iasp-pain.org)
- Here, we used a modified chronic headache pain model to investigate the contribution of single prolonged stress (SPS) model of PTSD with sodium nitroprusside (SNP)-induced hyperalgesia. (iasp-pain.org)
- It had various ill-defined names in the past including tension headache, stress headache, muscle contraction headache, psychomyogenic headache, ordinary headache, and psychogenic headache. (medscape.com)
- Other key factors that could play a role in triggering headaches are excessive alcohol consumption, processed foods containing chemical substances like nitrates, and stress. (tmjdisorders.com)
- For many headaches, the goal is to relieve muscle stress and tension - two leading factors. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Stress induced headaches could further induce this as well as other environmental or genetic factors," he said. (cabothealth.com.au)
- Stress , nasal congestion , and dehydration can all contribute to a secondary headache when you have the flu . (healthline.com)
- The most common type of primary headache is a tension-type headache (TTH) or "stress headache. (healthline.com)
Occipital3
- These headaches originate in the occipital or frontal region bilaterally and spread over the entire head. (merckmanuals.com)
- Combined PNS eases refractory headaches much more than occipital nerve stimulation alone and could be considered as a solution for shunted hydrocephalus -associated headache . (bvsalud.org)
- Objective: To assess frequency of pain referred to the teeth in occipital neuralgia, migraine and tension-type headache. (bvsalud.org)
Problems and headaches2
- However, it is not yet clear if the relationship between emotional problems and headaches is confined to depression and anxiety or includes a broader spectrum of mental illnesses. (sciencedaily.com)
- Other hazards include musculoskeletal disorders, skin problems and headaches. (cdc.gov)
Facial pain1
- There was a 21 percent increase in those residents developing new onset hypothyroidism while those with possible migraine showed an increased risk of 41 percent, says Vincent Martin, co-director of the Headache and Facial Pain Centre at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute. (cabothealth.com.au)
Rebound2
- Rebound headaches are headaches that keep coming back. (medlineplus.gov)
- That may be what you're going for, but remember that the more you use could increase your risk of rebound headaches. (thedailyheadache.com)
Diagnosis6
- To educate primary care physicians, neurologists and headache physicians on the clinical presentation, diagnosis and treatment of intracranial hypotension and hypertension, promote research for the study of these two disorders, and establish evidence‐based guidelines on the diagnosis and treatment of intracranial hypotension and hypertension. (americanheadachesociety.org)
- In fact, only a small fraction of patients with headache disorders receive a correct diagnosis and it's largely due to the lack of awareness, attention, and education. (coresolutions.health)
- The goal of this study was to determine the effects of cannabis based medicinal products on patients with a primary diagnosis of headache disorder. (theamazingflower.com)
- That's due in part to better diagnosis but also to a growing incidence of the disorder in women. (medscape.com)
- The diagnosis of chronic post-intracranial disorder headache was set. (bvsalud.org)
- The International Headache Society classification of chronic migraine was recently updated, and now allows co-diagnosis of chronic migraine and medication overuse headache. (nature.com)
Trigeminal neuralgia1
- My current research interests involve novel treatment paradigms for challenging pain problems such as orofacial pain, trigeminal neuralgia and low pressure headaches. (stanford.edu)
Cranial2
- Headaches are caused by an irritation in your cranial nerves and brain. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Each imaging modality serves a different purpose, and various diagnostic methods can be utilized in the diagnostics of headaches attributed to cranial and cerebral vascular disorders which vary in both etiology and manifestation. (radiologyupdate.org)
Lead to headaches2
- Your estrogen levels rise during pregnancy, and those hormonal changes can lead to headaches and migraine. (greatist.com)
- If you are much irritable you can suffer sleeping difficulties which can lead to headaches. (questiondoctors.com)
Symptom4
- Join The Headache & Migraine Policy Forum virtually to learn about the long-term impact of COVID-19 on patients living with migraine and headache disorders and those who have developed headache as a symptom of long COVID. (migrainecollaborative.org)
- Headaches can be a symptom of autoimmune diseases and certain health conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Is Headache or Migraine a Flu Symptom? (healthline.com)
- While headache is a commonly reported flu symptom, migraine is not. (healthline.com)
Medication3
- Medication-overuse headache, also known as MOH, is a headache that's caused by taking too much medication to treat a headache. (coresolutions.health)
- If you get frequent tension headaches, your doctor may prescribe medication. (webmd.com)
- Secondary study endpoints included reduction of at least 50 percent from baseline in monthly migraine days, change from baseline in monthly acute migraine-specific medication days and change from baseline in cumulative monthly headache hours. (amgen.com)
Pain23
- Approach to the Patient With Headache Headache is pain in any part of the head, including the scalp, face (including the orbitotemporal area), and interior of the head. (merckmanuals.com)
- The pain of a tension-type headache is usually mild to moderate and often described as viselike. (merckmanuals.com)
- Headaches caused by by TMJ disorder often include pain in or around the ear. (planosmilestudio.com)
- This simple step can save your TMJ joint from extreme movements and sometime relieve your pain and headaches. (planosmilestudio.com)
- A night guard relieves much of the pain associated with TMJ disorders, while helping you get a better night's sleep. (planosmilestudio.com)
- J Headache Pain 1 , 39-42 (2000). (biomedcentral.com)
- The more likely cause of these headaches is believed now to be abnormal neuronal sensitivity and pain facilitation, not abnormal muscle contraction. (medscape.com)
- A headache is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck. (medlineplus.gov)
- A migraine headache involves pain that is throbbing, pounding, or pulsating, and is on one side of your head. (medlineplus.gov)
- Sinus headache causes pain in the front of the head and face. (medlineplus.gov)
- You might experience neck and shoulder pain and dysfunction with your headaches. (tmjdisorders.com)
- Headache, or pain in any part of the head, is a nearly universal ailment. (nih.gov)
- These headaches often begin with pain around your eye and temple. (webmd.com)
- Over-the-counter pain medicine can ease occasional headaches. (webmd.com)
- A young woman presented with daily holocephalic headache with diffuse pain exacerbated by lying down. (bvsalud.org)
- Dr. Barad is a board-certified Neurologist, Headache and Pain physician. (stanford.edu)
- She has collaborated in creating a cross-disciplinary headache center and is the co-director of the Stanford Orofacial Pain Program. (stanford.edu)
- But the location of your headache can actually help tip you off to the cause of that persistent and annoying pain. (greatist.com)
- What's the cause of your headache pain? (greatist.com)
- Let's go over why going to the dentist and getting your teeth worked on can leave you with chronic head pain and what you can do to help resolve or prevent the headache causes from dental work. (greensmoothiegirl.com)
- From the mild, yet constant sensation of a tension headache to the agonizing experience of a migraine, this pain diminishes the quality of life and can often make the everyday activities of living difficult to perform. (greensmoothiegirl.com)
- While some of this pain is caused by impacted wisdom teeth, misaligned bites, and the grinding of teeth, all of which can be addressed by a knowledgeable holistic dentist, many headache causes can actually be traced back to previous dental work! (greensmoothiegirl.com)
- Neurophysiological mechanisms may explain higher frequency of referred pain associated with the severity of headache. (bvsalud.org)
Classification1
- It is considered the official classification of headaches by the World Health Organization, and, in 1992, was incorporated into the 10th edition of their International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10). (wikipedia.org)
Depression1
- Those with depression or an anxiety disorder show an increased risk as well. (greatist.com)
Anxiety4
- Diagnosed with anxiety disorder, can anxiety make you have headaches and feel weak and tingles all day? (questiondoctors.com)
- They said I could have generalized anxiety disorder and I had low potassium so they gave me xanax and low potassium pills. (questiondoctors.com)
- hi, yes,anxiety can make u have headaches and feel weak with tingles,but u should remember that anxiety is not the only cause. (questiondoctors.com)
- Generalized anxiety disorder can cause breathing difficulties and and dry mouth. (questiondoctors.com)
Frequent headaches1
- If you've been experiencing frequent headaches you may wonder what is causing them. (planosmilestudio.com)
Daily headaches2
- Quality of life and disability in primary chronic daily headaches. (nature.com)
- Consider Jack, a patient of Dr. Breiner's, who complained of daily headaches since the 4th grade. (greensmoothiegirl.com)
World Health Organ1
- The World Health Organization reports that 1 out of every 20 people around the globe get headaches almost every day. (greatist.com)
Secondary headaches6
- Secondary headaches, however, often demonstrate a causative factor for the headaches on neuroimaging. (chiropractic-ecu.org)
- Secondary headaches are those that are caused by an underlying disease or condition. (coresolutions.health)
- Recognition, evaluation, and appropriate management of these dangerous secondary headaches are critical to preventing long-term disability or death. (nih.gov)
- Secondary headaches are the result of other underlying pathology. (nih.gov)
- Secondary headaches comprise approximately 10% of all headache cases. (radiologyupdate.org)
- Secondary headaches. (greatist.com)
Persistent headaches2
- A new onset headache during the ischemic stroke can raise the risk of having persistent headaches post-stroke which can lead to significant disability. (migrainedisorders.org)
- Find relief from your persistent headaches so you can think clearly again. (tmjdisorders.com)
Migraine and headache1
- Method To locate published migraine and headache SR protocols, the following electronic databases will be searched: MEDLINE (via Pubmed), EMBASE (via SCOPUS), Joanna Briggs Institute, Cochrane Library, Campbell Collaboration, and Open Science Framework. (bmj.com)
Caffeine3
- Drink too much or too little caffeine and you've got a caffeine headache on your hands. (greatist.com)
- When you cut out caffeine, you're withdrawing it from your routine, which can change your brain chemistry and trigger a headache. (greatist.com)
- On the flip side, caffeine in small amounts can be effective in treating headaches. (greatist.com)
Commonly2
- Don't let hammering headaches bring you down when there are successful solutions commonly without the need for daily medications. (tmjdisorders.com)
- On the other hand, low blood pressure (aka hypotension) from common problems such as dehydration or even blood loss due to menstruation can commonly cause headaches and lightheadedness. (greatist.com)
Vestibular disorders2
- The cause of migraine and migraine-related vestibular disorders is still unidentified, but the origin of the attacks is believed to be located in the brainstem, especially in the pons. (biomedcentral.com)
- Shin Beh, MD, Center For Vestibular & Migraine Disorders, Frisco, TX, discusses the use of non-pharmacological therapies for vestibular disorders in patients with headache. (vjneurology.com)
Chronic tension-type hea1
- particularly amitriptyline , can help prevent chronic tension-type headache. (merckmanuals.com)
Patients with headache disorders1
- Improvements in headache/migraine-specific PROMs and general health-related quality of life were associated with the initiation of CBMPs in patients with headache disorders. (theamazingflower.com)
Episodic2
- Episodic headaches may last 30 minutes to several days. (merckmanuals.com)
- The International Headache Society (IHS) defines TTH more precisely and differentiates between the episodic and the chronic types. (medscape.com)
Bruxism1
- The course on biofunctional disorders will cover a broad range of topics including the negative interactions between hard and soft tissues, bruxism, dental deterioration and the relationship between the bones and temporomandibular joints, as well as TMJ disorder. (advancedprostheticsinstitute.com)
Sinus infection2
- It's very common to feel a headache due to temporary congestion and no sinus infection. (healthline.com)
- Most of the time, sinus headaches are not due to a sinus infection but are actually migraine or tension headaches. (healthline.com)
Musculoskeletal Disorders1
- BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders , 14 , Article 58. (elsevierpure.com)
Treatment11
- The screening is fairly brief, and if we discover signs of a TMJ disorder, we can begin treatment for TMJ disorders. (planosmilestudio.com)
- National Guidelines for The Treatment Of Common Headaches Disorders in" by Abdul Malik, Sabrina Khan et al. (aku.edu)
- What are the treatment options for my headache? (tmjdisorders.com)
- During your personal consultation, you're given valuable information on the variety of treatment options available to you at TMJ Orofacial Disorders Center. (tmjdisorders.com)
- According to Vincent Martin, MD it is thought that the development of hypothyroidism in a headache patient might further increase the frequency of headache as past studies have found that treatment of hypothyroidism reduces the frequency of headache. (cabothealth.com.au)
- Gladstone, JP & Dodick, DW 2003, ' Current and emerging treatment options for migraine and other primary headache disorders ', Expert review of neurotherapeutics , vol. 3, no. 6, pp. 845-872. (elsevierpure.com)
- Dodick, David W. / Current and emerging treatment options for migraine and other primary headache disorders . (elsevierpure.com)
- Describe a management strategy for the treatment of headaches in the emergency department. (nih.gov)
- We propose invasive peripheral nerve stimulation as a potential solution in the treatment of patients suffering from chronic headache associated with shunted hydrocephalus . (bvsalud.org)
- This survey of 2,313 headache sufferers in the general population confirms that tSNS with is a safe and well-tolerated treatment for migraine headaches that provides satisfaction to a majority of patients who tested it for 40 days. (springer.com)
- Transcutaneous supraorbital neurostimulation with the Cefaly® device is a safe and satisfactory treatment modality for migraine headache sufferers in the general population who tested it for 40 days. (springer.com)