Thunderclap headache and reversible segmental cerebral vasoconstriction associated with use of oxymetazoline nasal spray
AUTOR(ES)
Loewen, Andrea H.S.
RESUMO
OXYMETAZOLINE IS A SYMPATHOMIMETIC amine found in over-the-counter nasal decongestants. We report a case of chronic use of nasal oxymetazoline associated with thunderclap headache due to reversible segmental intracranial vasoconstriction.
ACESSO AO ARTIGO
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