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Linear interictal pain in epicrania fugax: a reply
Yu Wang1, Qing-Qing Pan2, Ya-Nan Lu3
1Department of Neurology, Epilepsy and Headache Group, the First Hospital of Anhui Medical University, Jixi Road 218, 230022, Hefei, China. yw4d@hotmail.com.
The Journal of Headache and Pain
|April 24, 2015
Summary
Linear headache (LH) is distinct from linear interictal pain in epicranial fugax (EF). Our observations differentiate these two distinct head pain conditions.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Headache Medicine
Background:
- The article addresses comments questioning if "linear headache" (LH) is equivalent to "linear interictal pain in epicranial fugax" (EF).
- A previous case report suggested a potential link between LH and EF.
Discussion:
- This response argues against the equivalence of LH and linear interictal pain in EF.
- Key differentiating factors are presented based on the authors' observations and considerations.
Key Insights:
- Linear headache presents as a distinct clinical entity.
- It is differentiated from linear interictal pain in epicranial fugax based on specific clinical features.
Outlook:
- Further research may clarify the precise nosological classification of linear headache.
- Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment of unilateral head pain.
