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Pediatric Headache

Andrew D Hershey

    Continuum (Minneapolis, Minn.)
    |August 8, 2015
    PubMed

    Insights

    Childhood headaches are common but underrecognized. A standardized approach to evaluation and multidisciplinary treatment plans are crucial for improving outcomes in pediatric headache patients.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Neurology
    • Child and Adolescent Health
    • Headache Medicine

    Background:

    • Headaches are a prevalent health concern in children and adolescents.
    • Underrecognition of headaches as a disease in this demographic is a significant issue.
    • Unique characteristics of childhood headaches contribute to diagnostic challenges.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight unique aspects of evaluating headaches in children and adolescents.
    • To discuss the impact of headaches on pediatric daily functioning.
    • To outline a comprehensive treatment strategy for pediatric headaches.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of current literature on childhood headaches.
    • Analysis of factors contributing to underrecognition.
    • Synthesis of approaches for evaluation and management.

    Main Results:

    • Standardized evaluation improves diagnosis and management of pediatric headaches.
    • Multidisciplinary treatment plans, informed by pediatric and adult studies, are beneficial.
    • Addressing functional impact, disability, and comorbidities is key.

    Conclusions:

    • A structured approach to pediatric headache evaluation is essential.
    • Comprehensive management includes acute, preventive, and biobehavioral strategies.
    • Improving recognition and management can enhance overall outcomes for children with headaches.
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