Cervicogenic Headaches
Cervicogenic headaches are a secondary headache disorder attributable to cervical spine dysfunction resulting in head pain with or without neck pain. Diagnosis of this condition has been complicated by varied clinical presentations, causations, and differing diagnostic criteria. In this article, we aim to clarify the approach to diagnosing cervicogenic headaches by providing an overview of cervicogenic headaches, clinical case examples, and a practical diagnostic algorithm based on the most current criteria. A standardized approach will aid in confirmation of the diagnosis of cervicogenic headaches and facilitate further r...
Source: Neurologic Clinics - January 12, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Aishwarya V. Pareek, Everton Edmondson, Doris Kung Source Type: research
Trigeminal and Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia
Trigeminal neuralgia and glossopharyngeal neuralgia are craniofacial pain syndromes characterized by recurrent brief shock-like pains in the distributions of their respective cranial nerves. In this article, the authors aim to summarize each condition ’s characteristics, pathophysiology, and current pharmacotherapeutic and surgical interventions available for managing and treating these conditions. (Source: Neurologic Clinics)
Source: Neurologic Clinics - January 12, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Anthony K. Allam, M. Benjamin Larkin, Himanshu Sharma, Ashwin Viswanathan Source Type: research
Painful Eyes in Neurology Clinic
Eye pain is a common complaint among patients presenting to the neurology clinic. It can be related to neurologic diseases, but it can also be a localized eye condition. Such disorders can be misleading, as their benign appearance might mask more grave underlying conditions, potentially leading to misdiagnoses or delayed treatment. Clinicians should be aware of the specific neurologic or systemic disorders (eg, demyelinating diseases or vascular abnormalities) that might first manifest as eye pain. Formal ophthalmic consultation is recommended for patients presenting with eye pain as the predominant complaint especially wh...
Source: Neurologic Clinics - January 9, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Saif Aldeen Alryalat, Osama Al Deyabat, Andrew G. Lee Source Type: research
Cough, Exertional, and Sex Headaches
In this article, the authors review the most common presentations of cough and exertional headaches and headaches associated with sexual activity. The authors elaborate on the most commonly described etiologies and identify those which are most critical to treat. The authors outline the recommendations for further evaluation and discuss effective treatment modalities for each headache type. (Source: Neurologic Clinics)
Source: Neurologic Clinics - January 9, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Monique Montenegro, Fred Michael Cutrer Source Type: research
Other Secondary Headaches
This article discusses extremely common odontogenic pain conditions, which may occasionally present to the neurology clinic mimicking headache, and other uncommon orofacial pain conditions, which may do the same. Typical presentations, investigative strategies, and management are discussed, as well as highlighting key diagnostic criteria and the importance of involving oral or dental specialists where diagnostic uncertainty exists. (Source: Neurologic Clinics)
Source: Neurologic Clinics - January 9, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Emma V. Beecroft, David Edwards, James R. Allison Source Type: research
Headache Attributed to a Substance or Its Withdrawal
Identification of substances that may cause or trigger headache is important to start effective treatment early to prevent unnecessary suffering, deterioration in quality of life, and the development of chronic pain. Treatment in case of medication overuse and other chronic headache should be decisive and effective. Drug withdrawal and introduction of effective prophylactic medication for the underlying headache disorder should be the primary treatment strategy. Typical headache-inducing substances are nitric oxide, phosphodiesterase, cocaine, alcohol, histamine, carbon oxide, and calcitonin gene-related peptide. The withd...
Source: Neurologic Clinics - January 8, 2024 Category: Neurology Authors: Mark Obermann, Zaza Katsarava Source Type: research
Multiple Sclerosis Diagnostic Delay and Misdiagnosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) misdiagnosis in the form of an incorrect diagnosis of MS, as well as delayed diagnosis in patients who do have MS, both influence patient clinical outcomes. Contemporary studies have reported data on factors associated with these diagnostic challenges and their frequency. Expediting diagnosis in patients with MS and reducing MS misdiagnosis in patients who do not have MS may be aided by educational efforts surrounding early MS symptoms and proper application of MS diagnostic criteria. Emerging novel MS diagnostic biomarkers may aid early and accurate diagnosis of MS in the future. (Source: Neurologic Clinics)
Source: Neurologic Clinics - November 17, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: Marwa Kaisey, Andrew J. Solomon Source Type: research
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Source: Neurologic Clinics - September 28, 2023 Category: Neurology Authors: David L. Perez, Sara A. Finkelstein Source Type: research
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