Lippincott's primary care practice
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Headache is one of the most common complaints in primary care, virtually affecting all persons at some point. Headache may be a symptom of other pathology (secondary headache) or due to a primary headache disorder. ⋯ The key to effective management of these chronic syndromes is differential diagnosis through history, physical exam, and possibly diagnostic studies. Pharmacologic management may include abortive, adjunctive, and prophylactice medications.