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[Primary chronic daily headache: clinical factors]
C da C Jevoux1, P F Moreira Filho, J A de Souza
1Hospital Universitário Antonio Pedro da Universidade Federal Fluminense (HUAP/UFF), Brasil.
Arquivos De Neuro-Psiquiatria
|August 1, 1998
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Chronic daily headache (CDH) encompasses various headache types occurring frequently over extended periods. Understanding CDH
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Headache Medicine
Context:
- Primary chronic daily headache (CDH) is a complex condition characterized by frequent headache occurrences.
- CDH encompasses diverse headache types presenting daily or near-daily for prolonged durations.
- The temporality of headache presentation defines CDH, not a specific etiology.
Purpose:
- To review the concept and natural history of primary chronic daily headache (CDH).
- To identify and critically analyze factors potentially contributing to headache chronification.
- To provide a comprehensive overview of CDH for clinical and research understanding.
Summary:
- Chronic daily headache (CDH) is defined by headache frequency and duration, not a specific diagnosis.
- Review covers the natural history of CDH and potential triggers for chronification.
- Understanding these aspects is crucial for managing and treating frequent headaches.
Impact:
- Enhances understanding of headache disorders and their chronification pathways.
- Provides a foundation for developing targeted therapeutic strategies for CDH.
- Aids clinicians in diagnosing and managing patients with persistent daily headaches.
Abstract:
Under the denomination primary chronic daily headache (CDH) there are different types of headache which present daily or near-daily, during long spells. This concept refers to temporality and not to a specific kind of headache. It is important to know the CDH and its natural history, as well as some factors that possibly turn it into chronic. They are critically reviewed here.