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sun protection

Treatment for Cluster Headache

Sun protection in cluster headache management primarily acts by reducing photosensitivity and mitigating potential neurogenic inflammatory triggers that may exacerbate trigeminal nerve sensitization. By blocking ultraviolet radiation and minimizing ocular and skin light exposure, sun protection can help modulate neural pain pathways and potentially reduce the frequency and intensity of cluster headache episodes.

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_maynard

3.0

I’m convinced I have a mild sun allergy but I’m not sure what kind of doctor to see about it. People describe walking outside and feeling the warmth of the sun on their arms and bodies like a comforting warm embrace. My skin almost immediately hurts ...View more

SunscreenSun protection

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Na-Nu-Na-Nu

4.0

Yes to ALL this! You could be describing me. (Well, except the trees. For me the benefit of being near trees outweighs the increased migraine pain. Though I totally understand what you mean about the dappled light. Ow.) Also: Window blinds with st...View more

Tinted glassesSun protection

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Fun-Zookeepergame448

3.0

Same, rainy weather/humidity, migraine triggers for me. Than extreme heat/sun, in the summer I wear a sunhat and my sunglasses. I’m on topamax, quilipta for preventative and I take sumatriptan, keterolac when it’s unbearable.

AntiepilepticsAtogepantSumatriptanKetorolacSun protectionLight avoidance

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Putrid_Appearance509

4.0

Cgrp blockers + always sunglasses or sunhat + getting excellent sleep + dry needling

Cgrp antagonistLight avoidanceSun protectionSleep optimizationAcupuncture

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