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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Saumya Easaw, M.B.B.S.[2]
Differentiating Cluster Headache from other Diseases
Other Types of Headache
- Chronic paroxysmal hemicrania (CPH) is a condition similar to cluster headache, but CPH responds well to treatment with the anti-inflammatory drug indomethacin. With CPH, the attacks are much shorter, often lasting only seconds.[1]
- Some people with extreme headaches of this nature (especially if they are not unilateral) may actually have an ictal headache. Anticonvulsant medications can significantly improve this condition so sufferers should consult a physician about this possibility.[2]
- It is also possible to have two or more different types of headaches, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
References
- ↑ NEURO/67 at eMedicine
- ↑ "Seizures and Headaches: They Don't Have to Go Together". Epilepsy.com. 16 September 2003. Retrieved 2006-09-22.