Cluster Headache
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Cluster headache is a very intense type of headache that concentrates around or behind one eye and occurs in grouped episodes during certain periods. It is uncommon but recognized for being especially distressing.
How it usually presents: stabbing pain on one side only, often accompanied by tearing, redness of the eye, nasal congestion, or restlessness during the attack. The episodes may recur at the same time of day.
When to seek care and with whom? The neurologist is the specialist who distinguishes this condition from other headaches and guides follow-up. When the attacks are recurrent or very disabling, it is worthwhile for a professional to evaluate the case to clarify its origin.
Data on 621 doctors who treat cluster headache
Which specialist treats cluster headache?
Cluster headache is primarily treated by a neurologist, a specialist in the nervous system; a neurosurgeon may get involved if a surgical procedure is needed. In children, a pediatric neurologist is the right choice. You can book with a neurologist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cluster headache
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Pedro Tiburcio Cortes Gonzalez
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Frequently asked questions
What is cluster headache?
Cluster headache is a very intense type of headache that concentrates around or behind one eye and occurs in grouped episodes during certain periods. It is uncommon but recognized for being especially distressing.
Which doctor treats cluster headache?
Cluster headache is primarily treated by a neurologist, a specialist in the nervous system; a neurosurgeon may get involved if a surgical procedure is needed. In children, a pediatric neurologist is the right choice. You can book with a neurologist near you.