Understanding Headache Disorders

This chapter focuses on distinguishing between primary and secondary headache disorders, using the 'SNOOP4' mnemonic to identify risk factors and symptoms. It emphasizes the importance of thorough patient history, medication reconciliation, and specific headache triggers that may indicate serious underlying conditions. Additionally, it discusses the critical characteristics of severe headaches, particularly subarachnoid hemorrhage and temporal arteritis, highlighting diagnostic techniques and the urgency of appropriate treatment.