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topical nsaid

Treatment for Cluster Headache

Topical NSAIDs for cluster headache work by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which reduces local prostaglandin synthesis and decreases inflammatory mediators at the application site. When applied to the temple or forehead, these medications can provide localized pain relief by reducing inflammation and blocking pain signal transmission, potentially offering symptomatic relief during cluster headache episodes.

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W1nterClematis

4.0

I remember looking online for female cch sufferers who happened to be struggling whole pregnant. There was, like, one post on Mumsnet or something like that. When you visit the neurologist, ask if there's something you can try and then a backup med...View more

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Fat_Coffin

3.0

For some migraines, I smear a bit of the white tiger balm on my face/head and then vigorously use a gua sha stone to try and get the muscles around my temples, jaw, and forehead to relax. Sometimes I have to hold the stone over a trigger point or hot...View more

Topical analgesicsGua shaTopical nsaidNsaidsMentholVomitingCardio exerciseSpicy foodAntihistamines

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cyanomys

4.0

Voltaren gel gel on my neck and my trigeminal nerves (near the temples just to the side of the eyes). Pretty sure you’re not supposed to put it there but it helps a lot!

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CarlSagan4Ever

4.0

Neck/shoulder tightness can be tricky because people used to think it caused migraines, but more recent schools of thought are that tight muscles are actually caused by migraines, often in the prodrome phase. For me, if I’m on a preventative that’s w...View more

Preventive medicationTizanidineTopical nsaidHeat therapy

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