Headache (Acp Key Diseases Series)
Contributors: Elizabeth W., M.D. Loder (Editor); Vincent T., M.D. Martin (Editor)
Publisher: American College of Physicians
Published: August 1, 2004
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 287
ISBN-13: 9781930513389
Subjects: Neurology & clinical neurophysiology; Neurology - Headache; Medical; Medical / Nursing; therapy; Pain Medicine; Family & General Practice; Medicine / General; Headache; Neurology - General; diagnosis
First sentence: Accurate perceptions about the prevalence of various causes of headache are important.
Description: Aimed at primary care practitioners, this guide focuses on the identification and treatment of the major headache disorders: migraine, tension and cluster headaches. Additionally, it describes the treatment of patients with frequent headaches, medication misuse, complementary and alternative treatments, and headaches in special populations. The authors present algorithms summarizing recommended treatment strategies and include tables of medication dosages and formulations.