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Published	09/30/2024	sample {{c1::headache}}
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Primary}} headaches are due to intrinsic dysfunction of the nervous system
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Secondary}} headaches are signs of underlying medical conditions or injuries
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Trigeminal autonomic cephalgia}} has features of {{c2::unilateral}} headache and prominent cranial {{c3::parasympathetic}} autonomic features
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Cluster}} headaches are an example of {{c2::trigeminal autonomic cephalgia}}
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Status migrainosus}} is a debilitating migraine lasting {{c2::> 72}} hours
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Chronic}} migraines are intermittent attacks typically occuring {{c2::15+}} days per month
Published	09/30/2024	Migraine {{c1::without::with/without}} aura is common and characterized by throbbing, periodic attacks that last {{c2::4-72}} hours
Published	09/30/2024	Migraine {{c1::with::with/without}} aura is classic and is characterized by a warning sign that precedes the migraine
Published	09/30/2024	Typical aura include {{c1::flashes of light}}, {{c2::zigzag lines}}, {{c3::scintillating scotoma}}, and {{c4::unilateral numbness}}
Published	09/30/2024	Migraine auras are thought to be caused by {{c1::hyperexcitability}} of neurons
Published	09/30/2024	Migraine {{c1::with::with/without}} aura carries an increased risk of {{c2::stroke}}
Published	09/30/2024	Pathophysiology of {{c1::tension}} headaches is thought to be {{c2::activation}} of {{c3::pericranial myofascial}} nociceptors
Published	09/30/2024	Preventive pharmacology for tension headaches includes {{c1::TCA}}, {{c2::beta blockers}}, and {{c3::anti-convulsants}}
Published	09/30/2024	Trigeminal autonomic cephalgias are characterized by pain and autonomic features in the distribution of CN {{c1::V1 (ophthalmic)}}
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Cluster}} headaches are often associated with history of {{c2::smoking}} and {{c2::alcohol}} use
Published	09/30/2024	Preventive pharmacology for cluster headaches includes {{c1::Ca2+ channel blockers}}, {{c2::anticonvulsants}}, {{c3::lithium carbonate}}, {{c4::TCA}},…
Published	09/30/2024	Red flag signs/sxs for headaches can be remembered by the mnemonic SNOOPS: {{c1::systemic symptoms}}, {{c2::secondary risk factors}}N: {{c3::neurologi…
Published	09/30/2024	Can't-miss-diagnoses for headaches include {{c1::meningitis}}, {{c2::intracranial hemorrhage}}, {{c3::brain tumor}}, {{c4::giant cell (tempo…
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Medication overuse}} headaches are persistent, recurring headaches due to regular use of {{c2::analgesics}}, {{c3::ergotamines}}, and/or {{c4::t…
Published	09/30/2024	Treatment for medication-overuse headaches includes {{c1::discontinuation}} of all analgesics for {{c2::10-12}} weeks after washout period (2 weeks)
Published	09/30/2024	Differential diagnoses for abrupt, sudden onset thunderclap headache include {{c1::subarachnoid hemorrhage}} and {{c2::intracerebral hemorrhage}}
Published	09/30/2024	Workup for thunderclap headache includes {{c1::noncontrast head CT}} and {{c2::lumbar puncture}} if former is negative
Published	09/30/2024	Subarachnoid hemorrhages are caused by rupture of {{c1::intracranial aneurysm}} in 80% of cases and occur during {{c2::non-strenuous}} activity in ~50…
Published	09/30/2024	Brain tumors in the {{c1::posterior}} fossa are {{c2::faster}} growing and {{c2::more}} likely to produce headaches
Published	09/30/2024	First line treatment for trigeminal neuralgia is {{c1::Carbemazepine}}, {{c2::Gabapentin}}, {{c3::Lamotrigine}}, or {{c4::Baclofen}}
Published	09/30/2024	The {{c1::trigeminovascular}} system relays nociceptive signals to produce the perception of {{c2::migraine}} pain
Published	09/30/2024	CN {{c1::V}} releases {{c2::calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)}} on a vascular bed, causing vaso-{{c3::dilation}} and resultant smooth muscle {{c4…
Published	09/30/2024	{{c1::Cortical spreading depression}} starts with {{c2::hypoxia}} in the {{c3::posterior}} portion of the head that spreads forward, activates CN {{c4…
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