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What is the most likely consequence of cerebral edema?
What is the most likely consequence of cerebral edema?
In non-communicating hydrocephalus, which part of the ventricular system is likely to be enlarged?
In non-communicating hydrocephalus, which part of the ventricular system is likely to be enlarged?
What is the most common cause of hydrocephalus?
What is the most common cause of hydrocephalus?
What are the symptoms of raised intracranial pressure/hydrocephalus?
What are the symptoms of raised intracranial pressure/hydrocephalus?
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What is the key pathway for pain in migraine?
What is the key pathway for pain in migraine?
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What is the role of CGRP (calcitonin-gene-related peptide) in migraine?
What is the role of CGRP (calcitonin-gene-related peptide) in migraine?
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What is the best accepted theory for the pathophysiology of 'other' neurologic findings in migraine?
What is the best accepted theory for the pathophysiology of 'other' neurologic findings in migraine?
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What are the early signs/symptoms of prodrome in migraine?
What are the early signs/symptoms of prodrome in migraine?
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What are the diagnostic criteria for migraine according to the text?
What are the diagnostic criteria for migraine according to the text?
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How does increased intracellular calcium lead to increased nitric oxide production?
How does increased intracellular calcium lead to increased nitric oxide production?
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In the subacute phase of ischemic insult, what is the characteristic cellular response?
In the subacute phase of ischemic insult, what is the characteristic cellular response?
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What is the main feature of liquefactive necrosis?
What is the main feature of liquefactive necrosis?
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What is the consequence of hypoxic death of cells within the central nervous system?
What is the consequence of hypoxic death of cells within the central nervous system?
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What occurs during the resolution phase of ischemic insult in the central nervous system?
What occurs during the resolution phase of ischemic insult in the central nervous system?
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What are the typical signs and symptoms of idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
What are the typical signs and symptoms of idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
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What is the predominant demographic affected by idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
What is the predominant demographic affected by idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
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What is the suggested treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
What is the suggested treatment for idiopathic intracranial hypertension?
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What is the characteristic presentation of acute neuronal injury?
What is the characteristic presentation of acute neuronal injury?
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Which cells exhibit minimal changes when tissue is damaged in the central nervous system?
Which cells exhibit minimal changes when tissue is damaged in the central nervous system?
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Which type of headache is characterized by excruciating pain and autonomic features like conjunctival injection and tearing?
Which type of headache is characterized by excruciating pain and autonomic features like conjunctival injection and tearing?
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What is the typical duration of tension-type headaches?
What is the typical duration of tension-type headaches?
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What is the potential link of Secondary headaches to pathogenesis?
What is the potential link of Secondary headaches to pathogenesis?
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What are the characteristics of secondary headaches?
What are the characteristics of secondary headaches?
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Which type of cerebral edema is associated with ischemia?
Which type of cerebral edema is associated with ischemia?
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Which type of headache is characterized by unilateral, severe, and stabbing pain in the orbital, supraorbital, and/or temporal region?
Which type of headache is characterized by unilateral, severe, and stabbing pain in the orbital, supraorbital, and/or temporal region?
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Which of the following structures can sense pain and cause a headache if irritated?
Which of the following structures can sense pain and cause a headache if irritated?
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Which type of headache is the disorder itself, rather than being caused by an exogenous disorder?
Which type of headache is the disorder itself, rather than being caused by an exogenous disorder?
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What are the common features of tension-type headaches?
What are the common features of tension-type headaches?
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What are the typical characteristics of migraine headaches?
What are the typical characteristics of migraine headaches?
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What are some common causes of secondary headaches according to the text?
What are some common causes of secondary headaches according to the text?
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Overproduction CSF is a common cause of cerebral edema
Overproduction CSF is a common cause of cerebral edema
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Transtentorial herniation is associated with....
Transtentorial herniation is associated with....
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Subfalcine herniation can lead to the compression of....
Subfalcine herniation can lead to the compression of....
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Hemorrhagic lesions of midbrain and pons are characteristic of....
Hemorrhagic lesions of midbrain and pons are characteristic of....
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What type of herniation could be the most lethal?
What type of herniation could be the most lethal?
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Which of the following excitatory molecules are released during ischemia?
Which of the following excitatory molecules are released during ischemia?
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Which phase of ischemia do red neurons start to develop?
Which phase of ischemia do red neurons start to develop?
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Following resolution, necrotic area could be filled with neurons and new blood vessels
Following resolution, necrotic area could be filled with neurons and new blood vessels
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Study Notes
Headache Disorders: Types, Symptoms, and Pathophysiology
- Tension-type headaches exhibit pressing or tightening quality, are bilateral, and have mild to moderate intensity, lasting 30 minutes to 7 days.
- Cluster headaches, a type of trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (TACs), are excruciating, with autonomic features such as conjunctival injection and tearing.
- Pathogenesis of TACs is not fully understood, but it may be linked to hypothalamic/circadian circuits and vasodilation.
- Cluster headaches and TACs, including paroxysmal hemicrania and SUNCT, have distinct characteristics in terms of gender prevalence, type, severity, site, frequency, and duration of attack.
- Cluster headaches tend to occur frequently for a period, followed by a headache-free interval, and patients may exhibit restlessness or agitation during attacks.
- Secondary headaches are associated with more clearly defined underlying causes, such as elevations in intracranial pressure or irritation of the meninges.
- Secondary headaches are linked to pathologies like meningitis, encephalitis, subarachnoid hemorrhage, and intracranial mass, which can cause pain due to edema and hydrocephalus.
- Criteria for low-risk headaches include age younger than 30, typical features of primary headache, no abnormal neurological findings, and no concerning change in the usual headache pattern.
- Meningitis, encephalitis, subarachnoid hemorrhage, intraparenchymal hemorrhage, intracranial mass, and general neuropathology can cause secondary headaches.
- Cerebral edema, a type of elevated intracranial pressure, can be vasogenic or cytotoxic, leading to fluid shifts and increased intracellular fluid.
- Secondary headaches may have a poor prognosis, and these pathologies need to be fully evaluated.
- No clear pathophysiology has been established for tension-type headaches, and much work is needed to understand the dysregulation of pain sensation in the central nervous system.
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Test your knowledge of headache disorders with this quiz covering types, symptoms, and pathophysiology. From tension-type headaches to cluster headaches and secondary headaches, this quiz will challenge your understanding of the characteristics, causes, and risk factors associated with different headache disorders.
