A 23-year-old woman presents with unilateral throbbing headache, photophobia and nausea. She has had similar episodes since adolescence. Neurological ...

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A 23-year-old woman presents with unilateral throbbing headache, photophobia and nausea. She has had similar episodes since adolescence. Neurological examination is normal. What is the most appropriate acute treatment?

Accepted Answer

High-dose NSAID or Triptan at onset of attack

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Paracetamol only

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Long-term beta blocker prophylaxis alone

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Opioids as first-line therapy

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Oral Prednisolone 50 mg

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A 23-year-old woman presents with unilateral throbbing headache, photophobia and nausea. She has had similar episodes since adolescence. Neurological examination is normal. What is the most appropriate acute treatment?