What is the current thinking regarding Chronic Tension Type Headache?

Posted by rx35285 @rx35285, 3 days ago

I have what was called Chronic Tension Type Headache (CTTH) the last time I checked. Is this still a viable term? If so, what is the currently recommended treatment? It was called something else when I had it 2010-2017 and I was treated with nortriptyline, which was about as bad as the headache itself. It's reappeared and I've been treating it by ignoring it and sometimes taking a nap when I can't ignore it. I can easily fall asleep with it and feel pretty good after a 20-30 minute nap. What advice do you have to share?

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dlydailyhope | @dlydailyhope | 2 days ago

@rx35285
When was the last you had a MRI of your head and cervical spine? I had daily headaches for years that were tied to my cervical spinal cord/nerve root compression. I had ACDF surgery on c5-c6 and my many symptoms, including headaches, reduced significantly.

Do you have any other symptoms beyond headaches? Do you take any other medications or supplement? Do you have any sensitivity to certain foods or triggers that you know about?

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