Headache Red Flags

Feb 17, 2018 • Mark Morgan

categories: Neurology

Headache Red Flags
Abnormal neurological examination (other than typical aura) New headache in older patients Headache increasing in frequency and severity Worst headache ever Sudden onset of headache New-onset headache in a patient with risk factors for HIV infection or cancer Headache with signs of systemic illness (e.g. fever, stiff neck, rash) Papilledema Headache subsequent to head trauma History of dizziness or lack of coordination Progressively worsening headache Headache worsening with Valsalva maneuver
Number of Red Flags --> numberscore1=(Q1)
Recommendation --> suggestionscore2=(Q1);score2>0?'Neuroimaging should be considered':'No red flags are present'
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Reference:
#1 Holle D, Obermann M. The role of neuroimaging in the diagnosis of headache disorders. Ther Adv Neurol Disord. 2013 Nov;6(6):369-74.

Headache Red Flags

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