Pregnancy and cluster headache

Evidence-based neurology checklist on pregnancy and cluster headache: Cluster headaches Verapamil, intranasal Lidocaine, and high flow oxygen are safe Lithium is contraindicated except for refractory cases Cavernous malformations (cavernomas)

Cluster headaches

  • Verapamil, intranasal Lidocaine, and high flow oxygen are safe
  • Lithium is contraindicated except for refractory cases

Cavernous malformations (cavernomas)

References

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