Cluster headache, beyond the pain: a comparative cross-sectional study

DiscussionOur findings reveal significant differences regarding allodynia, pain catastrophism, and impact in CH group compared with controls. We found a significant relationship between psychological comorbidity, pain catastrophism, and quality of life in CH patients. Anxiety and HIT-6 were a predictor (adjustedR2 = 52%) of pain catastrophism. Screening for these comorbidities should be implemented through a multidisciplinary approach.
Source: Neurological Sciences - Category: Neurology Source Type: research