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Two conditions, side by side.
NeurologicalModerate
Migraine
Recurrent moderate-to-severe pulsating headaches, often with nausea and light sensitivity.
Top symptoms
- • Headache
- • Nausea
- • Light sensitivity
- • Visual aura
Common causes
- • Genetic predisposition
- • Hormonal changes
- • Stress
Treatment
- • Triptans
- • NSAIDs
- • Anti-nausea medication
Urgent if
- • Sudden 'thunderclap' headache
- • Headache with fever and stiff neck
NeurologicalSerious
Cluster Headache
Severe one-sided headaches around the eye, occurring in clusters over weeks.
Top symptoms
- • Headache
- • Eye pain
- • Eye redness
- • Light sensitivity
Common causes
Treatment
- • High-flow oxygen
- • Triptans
Urgent if
- • Severe or rapidly worsening symptoms — seek urgent care