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Ophthalmologic aspects of headache.

R L Tomsak1

  • 1Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio.

The Medical Clinics of North America
|May 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

Eye pain can stem from various conditions, both within the eye and from neurological issues affecting the trigeminal nerve. Recognizing these diverse causes is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment of periocular pain.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Neurology
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Periocular pain can originate from local ophthalmic disorders or referred pain from structures innervated by the trigeminal nerve.
  • Ocular pain often presents with redness, but some conditions like eyestrain or certain glaucomas may be painful without obvious signs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the diverse ophthalmologic causes of head and eye pain.
  • To highlight the importance of considering ocular involvement in headache evaluation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of ophthalmic and neurological conditions associated with periocular pain.
  • Analysis of clinical presentations including visual disturbances, pupillary abnormalities, and associated symptoms.

Main Results:

  • Ocular pain can be associated with conditions ranging from benign eyestrain to sight-threatening emergencies like carotid artery dissection or aneurysms.
  • Symptoms like double vision, pupillary changes, and transient visual loss in conjunction with pain suggest various underlying pathologies.

Conclusions:

  • Ophthalmologic evaluation is essential for diagnosing the cause of periocular pain, which can range from simple to life-threatening.
  • The differential diagnosis for eye pain is broad, encompassing local eye disease, neurological disorders, and systemic vascular conditions.

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