Cluster headache natural history, complications and prognosis
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sabeeh Islam, MBBS[2]
Overview
Cluster headache is one of the most common trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias. It is a life long condition and usually results in reduced quality of life and marked functional disability. Although, the frequency of episodes usually decrease with age, 80% of patients continue to experience the attacks even after 15 years of onset.
Natural History and Prognosis
- Cluster headache is one of the most common trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias.
- It is a life long condition and usually results in reduced quality of life and marked functional disability.
- Although, the frequency of episodes usually decrease with age, 80% of patients continue to experience the attacks even after 15 years of onset.
Complications
Cluster headache if left untreated or undiagnosed, is found to be associated with increased risk of depression and suicide.