Cluster Headache: Prevention

To prevent cluster headache, attention must be paid to reducing individual risk factors.

Behavioral risk factors

  • Stimulant use
    • Alcohol
  • Psycho-social situation
    • Stress

Disease-related risk factors

  • Hypoxia (oxygen deficiency)

Other causes

  • Histamine (carrier substance in allergic reactions).
  • Weather change
  • High altitudes
  • Time zone shift