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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