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Headache Red Flags — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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Which headache features require urgent neuroimaging?

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Correct answer: CWorse lying down, morning, progressive, with vomiting and new neuro signs

Progressive headache worse in morning/lying down + neuro signs = raised ICP → image urgently.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024