Author/Authors :
Bagheri, Abbas Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Mohammadi, Minoo Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Harooni, Ghader Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Khosravifard, Keyvan Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Feizi, Mohadeseh Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran , Yazdani, Shahin Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran
Abstract :
Purpose: Cluster headache is one of the most serious types of headache that is accompanied by autonomic
parasympathetic symptoms. Its association with hemifacial spasm in the same side had been rarely reported.
The aim of this report is describing a case with this association and treatment strategies.
Case Report: Here we report a 37-year-old female with cluster headache associated with secondary unilateral
blepharospasm that was successfully treated with combination therapy including botulinum toxin injection.
Conclusion: Hemifacial spasm associated with cluster headache needs special attention and can be treated
successfully.
