Abstract

Visual disturbances and headache are inseparable. In general, a number of ophthalmological diseases combined with the symptoms of headache, and many primary headache disorders and secondary causes of headache have visual disturbances as the first sign. Ophthalmologists are often the first physicians to be involved in the deciphering of headache-related visual disturbances. Knowledge about these headache disorders and headache-associated visual disturbances, a detailed history, and a thorough clinical examination are prerequisites for accurate diagnosis and appropriate management. This article reviews some primary and secondary headache disorders with neuro-ophthalmic manifestations, and common ophthalmological diseases that are associated with head pain. Key words: Headache; Migraine disorders; Refractive errors; Vision disorders

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