Airplane Headache: First Case in Greece
Author Information
Author(s): Kararizou Evangelia, Anagnostou Evangelos, Paraskevas George P., Vassilopoulou Sofia D., Naoumis Dimitrios, Kararizos Grigoris, Spengos Konstantinos
Primary Institution: Department of Neurology, Athens National University, Eginition Hospital
Hypothesis
What causes headaches during airplane travel?
Conclusion
The study presents a case of a woman who experiences intense headaches exclusively during airplane flights, suggesting a possible link between flying and headache episodes.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient experienced intense jabbing headaches during take-off and landing.
- Headaches lasted 15-20 minutes and were accompanied by mild tearing.
- Routine blood tests and imaging showed no abnormalities.
- The patient had a history of tension-type headaches.
Takeaway
Some people get really bad headaches when they fly on airplanes, and this study talks about one woman who has this problem.
Methodology
Case report and literature review.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 37-year-old healthy female.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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