The request
“Create an acute headache differential diagnosis tree with red flags, infection signs, migraine features, and common alternative causes.”
Then tryAdd a branch for pregnancy.Change the migraine branch to visual aura.
What is in this drawing
Read the decisions behind it.
01Find red flags
Sudden onset and deficits change urgency.
02Check infection signs
Fever and meningism require prompt assessment.
03Recognize pattern
Recurrent features can support a primary headache pattern.
04Avoid closure
Persisting atypical symptoms need further evaluation.
Educational aid only; real patients require clinical assessment and local emergency guidance.
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FAQ
Common questions
Why do red flags appear first?
They identify presentations that may need urgent assessment before considering common primary headaches.
Does migraine exclude other causes?
No. A migraine-like pattern still needs clinical context and red-flag assessment.
Can this be used for patients?
It is for education and case discussion, not self-diagnosis or treatment decisions.