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- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/pn0205pg70-75-pdf/31496/Management of Migraine Patients with Family History of Intracranial AneurysmIn Practical Neurology’s February 2005 issue, Dr. Randolph W. Evans presents a case study of a 35-year-old female migraineur with a significant family history of intracranial aneurysm, specifically her mother’s ruptured sacc
- Expert Opinionhttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/expert-opinion/31025/Differentiating Lower Back and Hip Pain: A Comprehensive Diagnostic ApproachLower back and hip pain often present diagnostic challenges due to overlapping referral patterns and multiple potential pain generators in the lumbar and hip regions. Gehret, Freedman, and Sher emphasize that accurate differ
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/PN0507PainMngmnt-pdf/31179/Real-World Pain Management: Insights and StrategiesChronic pain management in clinical practice often diverges significantly from textbook scenarios, emphasizing the need for adaptability among healthcare professionals. Despite advancements in neurodiagnostic tools, pinpointing the exact cause of ch
- News Briefshttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/news-briefs/31239/Practical Neurology – December 2006 HighlightsRecent surveys revealed that neurologists frequently encounter challenging patient behaviors, including tardiness, medication non-awareness, and inappropriate cell phone use during consultations. Detailed survey results are accessible on Medscape Neurolo
- Vascular Clinichttps://practicalneurology.com/columns/practice-management/vascular-clinic/31232/The Implications of Drug-Eluting Stents and Dual Antiplatelet Therapy for Neurological PatientsRecent debates surrounding the use of drug-eluting stents (DES) and the combination of aspirin and clopidogrel (Plavix) for stent thrombosis prophylaxis have significant implications for both vascular spec
- Taking Control: Beyond Medications for Tension Headaches in Adolescentshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/pn0908-teen-tension-pdf/30999/Managing Chronic Daily Headaches in Adolescents: Challenges and Behavioral InterventionsChronic daily headaches (CDH) are increasingly prevalent among adolescents, a demographic grappling with rising rates of anxiety, depression, and various stressors. Tension-type headaches, in particular, are on t
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/PN0608PainMgmnt-pdf/31018/Tailoring Chronic Pain Treatment to the PatientChronic pain remains a prevalent issue in the United States, affecting approximately 50 million individuals and imposing an economic burden of $85-90 billion annually. Defined as pain persisting beyond three months, chronic pain is considered maladaptiv
- When should you send headache patients for neuroimaging studies?https://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/PN0608Neuroimaging-pdf/31016/In the evolving landscape of neurology, the diagnosis of migraines remains predominantly clinical, a practice rooted in ancient medical history. Despite advancements in neuroimaging technologies, clinical evaluation based on criteria from the International Headache Society remains central. Historica
- Pain Managementhttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/headache-pain/pn0308-pain-mngmnt-pdf/31046/Exploring Central Nervous System Mechanisms in Chronic PainChronic pain remains a significant challenge in neurology, intricately involving both the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and the central nervous system (CNS). Dr. Charles Argoff’s comprehensive analysis delves into the pathophysiology of ch
- Epilepsy Essentialshttps://practicalneurology.com/diseases-diagnoses/epilepsy-seizures/PN1107epilepsy-pdf/31101/Febrile seizures are a prevalent neurological concern in pediatric populations, affecting approximately 4% of children in the United States. Typically occurring between one month and five years of age, with a peak incidence at 18 to 22 months, these seizures are triggered by febrile illnesses rather