Headache
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-005132
A sensation of pain or discomfort in the head or face, which can arise from a multitude of causes. This pain can range from mild to severe and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea or sensitivity to light. Headaches are classified into primary types, like tension headaches or migraines, and secondary types, which are symptoms of another underlying condition.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-005132 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2015, 87, 841. 'IUPAC Glossary of terms used in neurotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2015)' on page 872 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-0103) |
| See also | Pain; Nerve |
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