A patient's chart indicates that his headache pain is described as "piercing" and "excruciating." The pain comes on abruptly, and the use of alcohol or lying down can bring on the pain. Which type of headache is described here?

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Cluster headaches are characterized by sudden, severe, piercing pain, often around one eye or temple. They can be triggered by alcohol consumption and lying down, distinguishing them from other types of headaches.

A Patient's Chart Indicates That His Headache Pain Is Described