Cluster Headache Flashcards
1
Q
What are the characteristics of a cluster headache
A
Male smoker
Recurrent Unilateral periorbital pain w/conjunctivitis followed by a long pain free period before returning
2
Q
What are the presentations of Cluster headaches
A
Unilateral periorbital eye pain Conjunctivitis Rhinorrhea (blocked nose) Miosis(pupil constriction) Ptosis(upper eye lid droop) Facial flushing
3
Q
What are the main risk factors of cluster headaches
A
Male
Alcohol
Stress
4
Q
How would you manage a Cluster headache
A
Acute = triptans
Prophylaxis = Verapamil
Severe = 100% oxygen w/non breathable mask
SC Triptan
5
Q
How would you prevent Cluster headaches
A
Prophylaxis w/ Verapamil
6
Q
What is the acute managment of Cluster headcahes
A
Triptans
7
Q
What are the five autonomic signs of cluster headaches
A
Conjunctivitis/Lacrimation
Ptosis and miosis
Rhinorrhea
8
Q
What is ptosis
A
Upper eyelid droop
9
Q
What is Miosis
A
Constricted pupil
