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Elisa T Bushman1, Michael W Varner2, Kathleen B Digre3

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Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey
|March 30, 2018
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Headaches present unique challenges for women during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. Effective diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing acute and chronic headaches throughout a woman

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Women's Health
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

Background:

  • Headaches impact women across their lifespan, with specific challenges during menses, pregnancy, and menopause.
  • Accurate diagnosis and treatment of headaches prevent complications and worsening of chronic conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To educate women's health providers on diagnosing and treating headaches in women.
  • To improve care for women experiencing acute and chronic headaches during various life stages.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on headaches during menses, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause.
  • Compilation of articles with the highest level of evidence for treatment recommendations.

Main Results:

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  • Numerous diagnostic and therapeutic options exist for women's headaches.
  • Treatment availability is independent of life stage or comorbidities.

Conclusions:

  • Headaches are frequent during puberty and menopause and can pose risks during pregnancy.
  • Women's health providers must be skilled in screening, diagnosing, and treating headaches.
  • Effective treatments are available for acute and chronic headaches in all women.