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Table 2 Themes and sub-themes

From: Experiences and perceptions of people with headache: a qualitative study

Impact on life

- inability to function fully

- unpredictability of headaches

- effect on mood

- getting on with things

Knowledge and understanding

- lay understanding and explanation

- seeking of information

- worry

Management

- use of conventional medication

- use of complementary therapies

- GP management

- own management techniques