کلسٹر سر درد ایک شدید اور یک طرفہ درد ہوتا ہے جو آنکھ کے آس پاس محسوس ہوتا ہے۔ یہ درد اکثر اچانک شروع ہوتا ہے اور دن میں کئی بار ہو سکتا ہے۔ ہر حملہ کچھ منٹ سے لے کر تین گھنٹے تک جاری رہتا ہے۔ یہ اکثر ایک خاص وقت پر ہوتا ہے، جیسے نیند کے دوران یا دن کے مخصوص حصے میں۔
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Neurologist, General Physician, Hypertension Specialist
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Neurologist
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Neurologist
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Cluster headache is a rare but very painful type of headache. In cluster headache meaning in Urdu, it’s known as an intense, one-sided head pain near the eye. These headaches come in cycles or “clusters.” Each attack is short but severe.
Main symptoms include:
Sharp pain near one eye
Pain on one side of the head
Red, teary eye
Stuffy or runny nose
Drooping eyelid
Sweating on the face
Restlessness or pacing
Attacks often last 15 minutes to 3 hours. They can happen once or many times a day.
The exact cause is unknown. Likely linked to changes in the brain’s hypothalamus. Triggers may include:
Smoking
Alcohol
Strong smells
Bright lights
Heat or high altitudes
Irregular sleep
You're at higher risk if you:
Are male
Are between the ages of 20 to 50
Smoke
Have a family history
Drink alcohol regularly
Tips to lower the risk of attacks:
Stick to a regular sleep routine
Avoid alcohol
Don’t smoke
Manage stress
Keep track of triggers
Happens in cycles. Each cycle lasts weeks to months, followed by pain-free periods.
Occurs without breaks. Pain may happen daily for a year or more.
Doctors diagnose based on:
Pain pattern and timing
Symptoms like eye redness or tearing
MRI or CT scan to rule out other issues
Medical history
These treatments can help ease the pain:
During an Attack:
Oxygen therapy
Triptan injections or nasal sprays
Fast-acting pain relief
To Prevent Attacks:
Verapamil (blood pressure medicine)
Steroids for short-term use
Nerve blocks
Avoiding known triggers
Untreated cluster headaches may cause:
Poor sleep
Depression or anxiety
Missed work or school
Side effects from frequent medications
Risk of drug-overuse headaches
Marham enables you to communicate with experienced healthcare professionals to obtain professional guidance. You can find the best neurologist or headache specialist for cluster headache treatment through Marham. You can book an online and in-person appointment with specialist doctors through Marham's website, Android app, iOS app, and by calling 03111222398.
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