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The term vascular headache is but a misnomer. There is no change of cerebral blood flow in those so called vascular headaches i.e. cluster headache, migraine or toxic headaches. |
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Older treatments with triptans, ergots, antiemetics, sedatives etc. were used with some success but without any long term benefit and a lot of side effects. In patients with serous pain, a newer non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) e.g. aceclofenac with or without tramadol offers a good choice with the best analgesic effects with a non-sedating and energetic state of wakefulness. |
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A vascular headache is a headache where blood vessel swelling or disturbance causes the pain.
Vascular headaches include:
The term vascular headache is but a misnomer. There is no change of cerebral blood flow in those so called vascular headaches i.e. cluster headache, migraine or toxic headaches.
Older treatments with triptans, ergots, antiemetics, sedatives etc. were used with some success but without any long term benefit and a lot of side effects. In patients with serous pain, a newer non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) e.g. aceclofenac with or without tramadol offers a good choice with the best analgesic effects with a non-sedating and energetic state of wakefulness.
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