Headaches: Types and Symptoms

What type of headache is characterized by being bilateral and bandlike?

Which characteristic is NOT associated with cluster headaches?

How long can episodic migraine attacks last?

Which symptom is commonly associated with migraines?

What triggers for cluster headaches are mentioned?

Which feature distinguishes tension-type headaches from migraines?

How do the cycles of cluster headaches typically present?

Which symptom is associated with the prodrome phase of migraines?

Tension Headache

Bilateral pressure at the base of the skull
Constant, squeezing tightness
Cycles for many years
Lasting for 30 minutes to 7 days
Palpable neck and shoulder muscle tension
Stiff neck

Migraine Headache

Unilateral, radiating up or down from one eye
Cheeks, nose, and jaw
Throbbing, synchronous with pulse
Severe, bone-crushing headache
Periodic cycles of several months and years
May have months or years between attacks.
Attacks occur in clusters over a period of 2–12 weeks
Lasts for 4-72 hours
May be preceded by prodromal symptoms (aura)
Aura: visual, sensory, aphasic
Other symptoms include:
- Irritability
- Sweating
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Photophobia
- Phonophobia

Cluster Headache

Unilateral, radiating up or down from one eye
Cheeks, nose, and jaw
Severe, bone-crushing headache
May have months or years between attacks.
Attacks occur in clusters over a period of 2–12 weeks
Lasts for 5 minutes to 3 hours
Nocturnal, often awakens the person from sleep
Onset after awakening
Improves with sleep
Triggers:
- Alcohol
- Caffeine
- Certain foods
Facial flushing or pallor
Unilateral lacrimation (one side of the face)

Explore the different types of headaches including tension, migraine, and cluster headaches. This quiz covers their symptoms, duration, and frequency of attacks. Test your knowledge on how these headaches vary and affect individuals.