Headache Care

Abstract

Primary headache disorders are common within the pediatric population and often lead to disruption in multiple areas of life. It is important to systematically approach patients presenting for the evaluation of headaches to determine if the symptoms originate from a primary or secondary headache disorder. Once a diagnosis is established, patients should be offered treatment to adequately address the headache disorder. Over the last 6 years, multiple new treatment options have emerged, with growing selections available for children and adolescents. In this review, we discuss the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment approach to primary headache disorders.