Headache Questionaire gf No Comments Headaches-original headaches Disclaimer: Please be notified that following assessment is adapted fromI acknowledge the above disclaimer and like to proceed without any legal apprehension Yes No Headaches are the most common health complaint, are you experiencing one? Yes, without associated symptom Yes, but with the following associated symptom(s) Have you experienced any of the following recentlyHeadaches caused by vascular irregularities Abdominal pain, Chest pain, Cough, Dehydration, Diarrhea, Fever, Malaise, Muscle ache, Nose bleed, and Skin rash Agitation, depression, eyelid drooping or swelling, nasal congestion, sweating at forehead, and tearing Alcohol intolerance, Blurred vision, Dizziness, Fatigue, Inability to concentrate, Noise intolerance, and Trouble sleeping Altered level of consciousness, Blurred vision, Confusion, Heart rhythm changes, Nausea, Restlessness, Seizures, and Vomiting Altered level of consciousness, Chills, Facial weakness, Fever, Hearing loss, Neck stiffness, Seizures, and Vomiting Altered level of consciousness, Confusion, Drowsiness, Muscle weakness, Personality changes, and Seizures Altered level of consciousness, Drowsiness, Fever, Loss of speech, Nausea, Personality changes, Seizures, Tremors, and Vomiting Altered level of consciousness, Increased blood pressure, Personality changes, and Vomiting Altered loss of consciousness, Blurred vision, Nausea, Neck stiffness, and Vomiting Blurred vision, dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, Obtundence, photophobia, and vomiting Blurred vision, Eye pain, Nausea, and Vomiting Chills, Cough, Eye pain, Fever, Malaise, Muscle pain, and Runny nose Confusion, Disorientation, Fever, Muscle ache, Skin rash, and Swelling of lymph nodes Confusion, Fever, Hearing loss, and Vision loss Cough, Fever, Flu-like symptoms, Heart rate, Increased, Muscle pain, Increased Respiratory rate, Nausea, and Vomiting Cough, Fever, Nasal discharge, and Sore throat Diarrhea and Nausea Fever, Irritability, Malaise, Neck stiffness, Nausea, Photophobia, and Vomiting Nausea, Sleep disturbance, and Weakness Fever, Low blood sugar, Nausea, and Vomiting CLUSTER HEADACHE To learn more about CLUSTER HEADACHE CLICK HERE CLUSTER HEADACHE PREVENTATIVE MEASURES: Avoid alcohol, smoking, and vigorous activities Neuromodulation strategies (Occipital nerve stimulation) This is stimulation of certain nerves that affect in aborting attacks and reducing frequency over time CLICK HERE for more information about phenopalatine stimulation (SPG) and Deep brain stimulation the region posterior hypothalamic gray matter For pharmacologic intervention i.e. use of medicines under medical supervision, please contact your family physician. CLUSTER HEADACHE POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME To learn more about POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME POST-CONCUSSION SYNDROME HYPERTENSION To learn more about HYPERTENSION CLICK HERE HYPERTENSION HYPERTENSION HYPERTENSION HYPERTENSION MENINGITIS To learn more about MENINGITIS CLICK HERE MENINGITIS MENINGITIS MENINGITIS MENINGITIS SUBDURAL HEMATOMA To learn more about SUBDURAL HEMATOMA CLICK HERE SUBDURAL HEMATOMA SUBDURAL HEMATOMA SUBDURAL HEMATOMA SUBDURAL HEMATOMA BRAIN ABSCESS To learn more about BRAIN ABSCESS CLICK HERE BRAIN ABSCESS BRAIN ABSCESS BRAIN ABSCESS BRAIN ABSCESS CAFFEINE WITHDRAWAL To learn more about BRAIN TUMOR CLICK HERE CAFFEINE WITHDRAWAL CAFFEINE WITHDRAWAL CAFFEINE WITHDRAWAL CAFFEINE WITHDRAWAL CEREBRAL ANEURYSM To learn more about CEREBRAL ANEURYSM CLICK HERE CEREBRAL ANEURYSM CEREBRAL ANEURYSM CEREBRAL ANEURYSM CEREBRAL ANEURYSM MIGRAINE To learn more about MIGRAINE CLICK HERE MIGRAINE Information for patients is available at websites such as the American Migraine Foundation (www.americanmigrainefoundation.org) and the Migraine Trust (www.migrainetrust.org). FIGURE 422-4 The Migraine Disability Assessment Score (MIDAS) Questionnaire. MIGRAINE: Throbbing pain on one or both sides Females more than males because of hormonal variations which of course due to menstrual cycle. Hot and cold flashes Migranieurs usually experience symptoms of auras a few minutes before the headache hits. Aura is synonymous with first phase, prodrome that include blurred vision, bastion of lights, worry, numbness and tingling on one side of body. Headache phase – vertigo Third phase (Postdrome) tiredness, lack of concentration, neck discomfort and may last for hours upto days. MIDAS QUESTIONNAIRE TOOL For general information it is noteworthy to understand that migraine has inherited tendency to headache; it can be modified and controlled by lifestyle adjustment and medications but can’t be eradicated. Self-help techniques Put your thumb in your mouth on the side of headache, reach up with thumb and find the cheek bone, then press that bone up and out. Then do the same on the other side. Finally place both thumbs inside upper palate and press the sides. May take several repetitions before pain subsides. Regulated lifestyle Healthy diet Regular exercise Regular sleep pattern Avoidance of excess caffeine and alcohol Avoidance of acute changes in stress levels Yoga aka transcendental meditation Checklist of self-help techniques Prior to seeking doctor’s help for cost-effectiveness. Most common pharmacological aids may include Cafergot, Beta-blockers, non-steroidal inflammatory drugs For rapid, complete, and consistent relief with minimal side effects, please discuss about following therapeutic agents with your medical provider. CGRP-receptor antagonists Rimgepant, Ubregepant and 5HT-receptor agonist Lasmiiditan If you have tried all of these self-help techniques, you must visit your doctor. GLAUCOMA, ACUTE ANGLE CLOSURE To learn more about GLAUCOMA, ACUTE ANGLE CLOSURE CLICK HERE GLAUCOMA, ACUTE ANGLE CLOSURE GLAUCOMA, ACUTE ANGLE CLOSURE GLAUCOMA, ACUTE ANGLE CLOSURE GLAUCOMA, ACUTE ANGLE CLOSURE INFLUENZA To learn more about INFLUENZA CLICK HERE INFLUENZA INFLUENZA INFLUENZA INFLUENZA WEST NILE VIRUS To learn more about WEST NILE VIRUS CLICK HERE WEST NILE VIRUS WEST NILE VIRUS WEST NILE VIRUS WEST NILE VIRUS GIANT CELL ARTERITIS To learn more about GIANT CELL ARTERITIS CLICK HERE GIANT CELL ARTERITIS GIANT CELL ARTERITIS GIANT CELL ARTERITIS GIANT CELL ARTERITIS VIRUS HANTA To learn more about VIRUS HANTA CLICK HERE VIRUS HANTA VIRUS HANTA VIRUS HANTA VIRUS HANTA SINUSITIS To learn more about SINUSITIS CLICK HERE SINUSITIS SINUSITIS SINUSITIS SINUSITIS ENCEPHALITIS To learn more about ENCEPHALITIS CLICK HERE ENCEPHALITIS ENCEPHALITIS ENCEPHALITIS ENCEPHALITIS VIRUS EBOLA To learn more about VIRUS EBOLA CLICK HERE VIRUS EBOLA VIRUS EBOLA VIRUS EBOLA VIRUS EBOLA FOOD ALLERGIES To learn more about VIRUS EBOLA CLICK HERE FOOD ALLERGIES FOOD ALLERGIES FOOD ALLERGIES FOOD ALLERGIES DRUG-INDUCED To learn more about VIRUS EBOLA CLICK HERE DRUG-INDUCED DRUG-INDUCED DRUG-INDUCED DRUG-INDUCED Headache without symptomsMuscle contraction type headaches Sperm retention Stress Tension type Dental factors SPERM RETENTION HEADACHE To learn more about VIRUS EBOLA CLICK HERE SPERM RETENTION HEADACHE SPERM RETENTION HEADACHE: Synonymous to premenstrual tension (PMT) in females. It has been noted that in a study, men in their 20s to forties who don’t frequently release the semen developed increased risk of prostate cancers. This has never been substantiated. Other studies have shown the protective effects of masturbation in preventing prostate cancers. Among potential health benefits of releasing the semen are effects on blood pressure, mood disorders, self-esteem, and cardiovascular health. For validation of the findings of preliminary studies, more research should be conducted in order to conclude that masturbation is safe and may be associated with certain parameters. SPF (Sperm Retention Headache) is apocryphal , however for more information, please CLICK HERE STRESS To learn more about STRESS CLICK HERE STRESS STRESS: Most common cause of headache resulting from chemical, physical and emotional factors. Avoid worries Regular eye checks Eye exercises Good posture Avoid exposure to flickering lights Holistic approaches like yoga, taichi, mind distraction techniques, and biofeedback. If muscles are continuously contracting, that will lead to reduced oxygen in blood thereby causing weakness. For validation of the findings of preliminary studies, more research should be conducted in order to conclude that masturbation is safe and may be associated with certain parameters. Similarly, the more frequent contractions due to stress can cause chemicals in the body to accumulate such as histamines thereby triggering nerves to fire rapidly and cause pain. Once the headache occurs, the pain along with the fear of next headache attack can result in additional stress and anxiety to perpetrate one of the vicious cycle associated with chronic headache. TENSION HEADACHE To learn more about TENSION HEADACHE CLICK HERE TENSION HEADACHE TENSION HEADACHE: Tends to cause throbbing pain on one or both sides of head and is usually described as tight band around your head with tenderness on the forehead and scalp. Preventive measures Stress management strategies Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) Biofeedback Acupuncture Massage If none of these brings relief, our recommendation is to follow up with your doctor. TENSION HEADACHE DENTAL FACTORS To learn more about DENTAL FACTORS CLICK HERE DENTAL FACTORS DENTAL FACTORS: Tooth decay, gum disease, muscle spasm, low grade infection from old fillings can lead to stress in lower jaw. Preventive measures Use of removable upline at night in addition to treatment of healing gums and teeth. Preventive measures Use of removable upline at night in addition to treatment of healing gums and teeth. Certain Self-help techniques Put your thumb in your mouth on the side of headache, reach up with thumb and find the cheek bone, then press that bone up and out. Then do the same on the other side. Finally place both thumbs inside upper palate and press the sides. May take several repetitions before pain subsides. CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Δ No Comments0
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