Tension headache
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Tension headache
Pathology
Adverse effects of drugs on the nervous system
Cerebrovascular disease
Congenital disorders
Cranial and peripheral nerve disorders
Degenerative disorders or amnesic syndromes
Demyelinating disorders
Disorders relating to the spine, spinal cord, and spinal nerve roots
Global cerebral dysfunction
Infectious, immunologic, and inflammatory disorders
Metabolic disorders
Movement disorders
Neurologic pain syndromes
Neuromuscular disorders
Paroxysmal disorders
Sleep disorders
Traumatic and mechanical disorders and disorders of increased intracranial pressure
Disorders of the ear
Disorders of the eye and eyelid
Nervous system and special senses pathology review
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External References
First Aid
2024
2023
2022
2021
Acetaminophen p. 494
tension headaches p. 532
Amitriptyline p. 593
tension headaches p. 532
Tension headaches p. 532
Summary
Tension headache or tension-type headache is the most common type of primary headache. Tension-type headache pain is often described as constant pressure as if the head were being squeezed in a vise. The pain can radiate from the lower back of the head, neck, eyes, or other muscle groups in the body and typically affects the head bilaterally. They usually occur for a duration longer than 30 minutes, typically four to six hours.
The exact cause of tension headaches is well understood, but factors that can trigger or exacerbate tension headaches include stress, anxiety, poor posture, fatigue, and eye strain. Treatment options for tension headaches may include pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, and stress management techniques, such as relaxation exercises, biofeedback, or cognitive-behavioral therapy.