“Head is vulnerable, Doc”

“Head Is painful, doc”

History of headaches?

Equivalent to prior headaches?

Activity?

  • What were you doing when it started?

Direct trauma?

  • Did you fall or hit your head on anything?

Worst headache of your life?

Acute onset?

  • Did it start suddenly? How long did it take for it to reach maximum intensity?

Syncope or lightheadedness?

Vision changes?

Unilateral?

  • Does it hurt on one side or both?

Light sensitivity?

Neck stiffness?

Emesis

  • Any nausea or vomiting?

Runny nose or nasal congestion?

Any household members with similar symptoms?

Balance issues?

Localized numbness, tingling, or weakness?

Eye watering?

DVT or PE history?

Oral contraceptive?

Coagulation medications?