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[Pressure headache (cough headache)--definition and comments on etiology].
Fortschritte Der Neurologie-Psychiatrie
|November 1, 1985
Summary
Press headache, triggered by abdominal pressure from activities like coughing or defecation, is distinct from other exertional headaches. Males aged 53-55 commonly experience this condition, possibly linked to foramen magnum blockage.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Headache Medicine
Background:
- Introduces the term 'press headache' for headaches triggered by abdominal muscle pressure.
- Differentiates press headache from 'exertional headache' and 'coital headache'.
Observation:
- Seven case histories illustrate press headache manifestations.
- Headaches result from activities like defecation, coughing, sneezing, and laughter.
- Males are the predominant demographic, with an average age of 53-55 years.
Findings:
- Press headache is defined by its causation through abdominal muscle exertion.
- Possible etiological factors include foramen magnum blockage.
- Hereditary tonsillar ectopia (Arnold Chiari I) may be an influencing factor in some cases.
Implications:
- Highlights a specific headache classification related to physical exertion.
- Suggests potential anatomical causes for this type of headache.
- Aids in differential diagnosis for patients presenting with exertional headaches.