Headache Diagnosis

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Which of the following medical conditions may prompt further evaluation for secondary etiology of headache?

  • Osteoporosis
  • Hypertension
  • Asthma
  • Human immunodeficiency virus (correct)

What is medication overuse defined as, and which types of medication are notable for causing it?

  • Use of any medication more than once a week; over-the-counter medications and immunomodulatory agents
  • Use of any medication more than once a day; antibiotics and steroids
  • Use of any medication more than 3 times a week; anticoagulants and antiplatelet agents
  • Use of any medication more than 10 times a month; ergots, triptans, and opioids (correct)

Which substance use history increases the risk of intracranial hemorrhage or reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome?

  • Cocaine and amphetamine (correct)
  • Alcohol
  • Marijuana
  • Nicotine

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