Cluster headache is one of the most painful and disabling headache diatheses. For an unknown reason, the diagnosis of cluster headache is given very commonly for any headache that is described as severe. We will be speaking about the clinical aspects, the pathophysiology, and treatment of both episodic and chronic cluster headache. We will also be comparing cluster headache with the other trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias to enable the clinician to differentiate between them and treat them all appropriately.
Learning Objectives:
Cite the diagnostic criteria of cluster headache
Describe the pathophysiology of cluster headache
Summarize the various modes of treatment of cluster headache
List the aspects of cluster headache that stand out from other primary
headache disorders
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