Clinical Review

Evaluation and Management of Headache in the Pediatric Patient

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Though headache is a common condition in pediatric patients, most management strategies are derived from adult studies. Learn how to spot headache type and choose the right treatment to provide adequate pain control and symptom relief.


 

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