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Red Flags-SNOOP for headache

  • Systemic Sx (fever, weight loss) Secondary risk factors (HIV, cancer)
  • Neurologic Sx (confusion, impaired alertness or consciousness)
  • Onset (sudden, abrupt, or split-second)
  • Older (>50 yr)
  • Pattern change Progressive Precipitated by Valsalva Postural aggravation Papilledema

Dodick DW. Adv Stud Med. 2003; 3: S550-S555.