Advances in cluster headache management

Cleve Clin J Med. 1996 Jul-Aug;63(4):237-44. doi: 10.3949/ccjm.63.4.237.

Abstract

Cluster headache, an uncommon, excruciating headache distinct from migraine, is often misdiagnosed. Until recently, therapy was difficult, but verapamil has revolutionized treatment.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Cluster Headache / diagnosis*
  • Cluster Headache / therapy*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Drug Monitoring
  • Humans
  • Lithium Carbonate / therapeutic use
  • Oxygen Inhalation Therapy
  • Remission Induction
  • Vasodilator Agents / therapeutic use
  • Verapamil / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Vasodilator Agents
  • Lithium Carbonate
  • Verapamil