Cefaleia: Definição e Sintomas

This quiz covers the definition of headache, known in medical terms as 'cefaleia', its location in the head, as well as common symptoms like nausea, sensitivity to light, and smells. It discusses primary headaches like migraines, and additional factors that can trigger headaches.

Created by

@SnazzySaxhorn

Study Flashcards Play Quiz

Questions and Answers

O que é cefaleia de acordo com o texto?

Dor de cabeça

Qual a condição neurológica mais prevalente conforme mencionado no texto?

Cefaleia

Quais são os sintomas que podem caracterizar uma enxaqueca?

Sensibilidade à luz e aos cheiros

Qual tipo de cefaleia é mais comum, de acordo com a leitura?

Cefaleia do tipo tensional Signup and view all the answers

Quantos por cento da população geral têm cefaleia crônica?

~3% Signup and view all the answers

O que serve como um alerta de que algo não está funcionando direito no corpo, segundo o texto?

Cefaleia secundária Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes chronic tension-type headache from episodic tension-type headache?

Frequency of the headaches Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended measure to manage chronic tension-type headache and chronic migraine?

Practicing relaxation techniques Signup and view all the answers

In the context of chronic headache disorders, why should analgesics be avoided?

They worsen the condition when used daily Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate referral action for a patient with chronic tension-type headache or chronic migraine?

Referral to a neurologist Signup and view all the answers

Which type of headache disorder presents with daily progressive, holocranial pain that worsens upon waking up in the morning or during physical exertion?

Intracranial neoplasia headache Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a possible etiological diagnosis for progressive chronic headache?

Chronic subarachnoid hemorrhage Signup and view all the answers

'Holocranial' pain in the context of headache disorders refers to pain that is felt:

Across the entire head Signup and view all the answers

'Vasalva maneuver' mentioned in the text is associated with triggering headaches during:

Heavy lifting Signup and view all the answers

'Absence of which factor can help differentiate meningitis-associated headache from other types of headaches?

'Photophobia' Signup and view all the answers

How often does chronic tension-type headache occur compared to episodic tension-type headache?

More frequent occurrence per month Signup and view all the answers