A primary headache disorder characterized by circadian and circannual episodes consisting of multiple attacks of severe, unilateral sharp, searing, or piercing pain typically localiz...
At least five attacks of severe or very severe unilateral orbital, supraorbital, and/or temporal pain lasting ...
Avoid major changes in sleep habits.
Stop smoking.
Avoid use of alcohol during cluster period.
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Anticipate cluster bouts and initiate prophylaxis early
Monitor for depression and suicidal ideation, especially in those with cCH.
G44.009 Cluster headache syndrome, unspecified, not intractable
G44.019 Episodic cluster headache, not intractable
G44.029 Chronic cluster headache, not intractable
G44.001 Cluster headache sy...
Patients are often agitated and restless during acute attacks.
High-flow oxygen and triptans, not narcotics, are first-line therapy for acute attacks.
Among triptans, injected forms are ...
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