Pregnancy and cluster headache
Written and reviewed by Dr Ibrahim Imam, Consultant Neurologist. Last reviewed .
Pregnancy and cluster headache. Lithium is contraindicated except for refractory cases. Fully referenced neurology checklist.
Cluster headaches
- Verapamil, intranasal Lidocaine, and high flow oxygen are safe
- Lithium is contraindicated except for refractory cases
Cavernous malformations (cavernomas)
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References
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