Varied Clinical Presentations of Chronic Headache, an Experience from Tertiary Care Institute

Abstract

Background: Stress-type and migraine headaches, which can be debilitating, affect millions of people worldwide. Effective therapy requires a complete understanding of all clinical symptoms and factors, regardless of frequency. To enhance patient outcomes, discover common symptoms and traits, this will guide customized treatment.

Method: 100 chronic headache patients' medical records were evaluated at IGIMS PATNA for this retrospective study. Statistics were used to determine chronic headache types, symptoms, and risk factors. The study sought to illuminate chronic headaches' complexity to inform more personalised pain management.

Results: The study found 30% of participants had chronic tension-type headaches and 45% chronic migraines. The most common complaints were moderate to severe headache intensity (80%), nausea (60%), light (75%), and noise (70%). Stress (55%), sleep problems (45%), mental health issues (30%), and drug usage (15%) were linked.

Conclusion: Due to its many symptoms and causes, chronic headaches require individualised treatment. Lifestyle variables and comorbidities must be addressed to improve treatment outcomes and patient quality of life.