Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Tension headache

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Constant pressure, band like tightness;
Mild to moderate pain;
mainly bilateral;
4-6 hours;
Occiput or neck.

PhysicalFindings

ClinicalTests

No tests!

RiskFactors

Stress;
Fatigue

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

PharmOptions

NSAIDs and analgesics;
Vasoconstrictors may help;

CI: CAD, pregnant, angina

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/neurologic-disorders/headache/tension-type-headache