Headache is defined as pain in any part of the head, including the face and neck. There are more than 100 types of headaches, most are harmless, while some can be life-threatening.
Headaches are broadly classified as:
Primary Headaches (more than 90% of all cases), such as:
Tension-type headache
Migraine
Secondary Headaches, which may be caused by conditions such as:
Meningitis
Brain tumors
Other issues in the head or neck
At Citi Neuro Centre, our neurologists specialize in diagnosing and treating both common and complex headache disorders. We provide expert care for:
Chronic migraines
Tension-type headaches
Trigeminal neuralgia
Neurologic causes of head pain
We also work in collaboration with:
Neurosurgeons
Psychiatrists
Pain management specialists
This ensures our patients receive a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan.
Most patients with headache require treatment on an outpatient basis. Outpatient care begins with a thorough medical history. This will be followed by a complete neurological evaluation. Diagnostic testing already done is reviewed and additional tests and other referrals are asked for only if necessary. A CT/MRI scan is not needed in every patient with headache. After the initial interview, the scientific basis of your headache will be explained to you in a simple way, the preventive and acute treatment plan will also be discussed. Pharmacological treatment and lifestyle changes are advised based on the headache type.
The complex nature of headache means that the treatments available are varied and differ from person to person. Once the cause of headache has been confirmed, our neurologists will be able to suggest ways in which you can manage the attacks. This may involve trying medication, advice on lifestyle, suggestions on how to cope with your symptoms, and the self-management of your particular experience with migraine to help minimise its impact upon your everyday life.