Headache - who needs imaging?

Today, we're going to discuss the approach to headache!

Specifically, we'll discuss:
- Indications for imaging in a pt who has a headache
- CT guidelines following trauma
- The different types of primary headache.
- What is a scotoma and we'll show some examples?
- An easy way to remember the red flags in headache
- Most common cause of SAH
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[DoctorCrystalMD]

Great vid! I sometimes struggle with patients who have been having consistent headaches and I may not be concerned enough to get imaging, but I know I will likely order it eventually for their peace of mind... sometimes ordering the test is more for the patients mental health than my concern. It’s a fine line!! Of course I’m talking in primary care though, not the ED.

[PhanomStealth]

As a new graduate, headaches are often one of those complaints I've learned to keep a very broad differential with. This video is a nice, concise explanation that every new grad should experience. Thank you!

[mileysarahjonas]

The pneumonics are so great! I love how concise the material you present is😊

[DrMN-ousg]

A very important topic that needs special attention & should never be ignored.

[kaylaternes]

This was a great video! Headache is one of those chief complaints that I dread coming in but this helped substantially! Thanks!

[michaelh]

Love how you can cake difficult mnemonics and creat a memorable one.

[rawanzeidan]

Thank you for posting this. Having the mnemonics really helps a lot. As a second year student, I struggle with finding the appropriate questions to ask and this has helped a lot! ☺️

[ashleygieseke]

Thanks for another great video! I will definitely be using the SIING-CAM mnemonic! I'm currently on rotations and just had a patient in clinic today with a headache. Headaches are very commonly seen whether in clinic, UC, or the ED... So this was a nice refresher! Thanks Katelyn! : )

[anitahelton]

This video was great! also good to remember post op for spine surgery patients who have headaches increased with sitting or standing may have a spinal cord leak. something to check for :)

[tpcard]

I think this is appropriate for discussion. Thanks for your opinion on this.

[doctorign]

Really informative video!! looking forward to more such videos in future !!

[carolintiara]

so simple examination.. i will excited to apply your information in clinical practice... 😊😊😊😊 thankyouuu medgeeks

[Martin-ejtr]

good, a quick review of high yield information!