Headache Management in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis

• The acute presentation of subarachnoid hemorrhage features the classic "worst headache of my life" in 80% of patients, according to the American Heart Association, indicating a severe and distinctive clinical entity 1, 2, 3

Management and Treatment

• The American Headache Society recommends headache specialist referral for patients with persistent post-SAH headache, highlighting the need for specialized care in managing this complex condition 4