Cluster Headache | Symptoms and Diagnosis
Symptoms
The symptoms of cluster headaches include:
- pain localized around one eye or sometimes near the temple, the pain is deep and swift. Generally reaches its greatest intensity within the first five minutes and can spread to areas near the cheeks or jaw.
- lagrimea pink eye or side of affected eye
- small pupil or droopy eyelids side eye.
- runny or blocked nose on the side of affected eye
Many people feel better when they stay active during their headaches. This is completely different from what they feel those who have migraines and tend to find a dark, quiet room.
Diagnosis
Your doctor will ask about your medical history and specific symptoms of headache to determine if your headaches are such outbreaks or may be related to an underlying disease. Your doctor will check you for other possible causes of headaches. If your test is normal and his headaches fit into the typical pattern of an outbreak, you may not need more tests. However, your doctor may order other tests to rule out causes troubling symptoms. These tests may include computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging.