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DESCRIPTION
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Cluster headaches cause pain on one side of the head, behind or around one eye. The pain usually starts near one eye and shoots up to the top of the head on that side. These headaches frequently occur in ""clusters,'' often starting at the same time each day over a period of time. They may also come and go for several days, weeks, or months. Each headache can last from 15 minutes to 2 hours. Cluster headaches occur most often in the spring and fall. They are more common among men than among women.
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CAUSES
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The cause is not known.
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SYMPTOMS
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The headaches are typically sudden and severe, and may be accompanied by watery eyes or a runny nose. You may feel sweaty, restless, or nauseated. The headaches often start at night and may wake you up.
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CARE
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There is no cure for cluster headaches, but there are ways to help relieve the pain. Prescription medications are available. Some must be taken in a shot, breathed in by mouth, or put in the rectum to get them into the bloodstream quickly.
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