Headache Diary & Trigger Analyzer
Keeping a headache diary is a crucial tool for managing headaches and migraines. [13] It helps you and your doctor identify patterns, understand triggers, and assess if treatments are working effectively. [5, 8, 10]
1. Log Each Headache:Fill out the form each time you have a headache. Provide the date, duration, type, and severity. Use the 1-10 pain scale, where 10 is the worst imaginable pain. [6]
2. Identify Potential Triggers:Select any factors you believe may have contributed to your headache. Determining triggers is a difficult but important step in migraine management. [20, 22] Common triggers include stress, sleep changes, and certain foods. [29]
3. Log & Analyze:Click "Log Headache". Your entry is saved to your browser's local storage. The analyzer will then update with your latest data, showing a chart of severity over time, key stats, a ranking of your triggers, and a history of your recent entries. [5, 6]
- The Migraine Trust: An overview on the benefits of keeping a headache diary for diagnosis and treatment assessment. Read More. [8]
- American Migraine Foundation: Guidance on how tracking symptoms, frequency, and severity helps improve your management plan. Read More. [13]
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS): Comprehensive information on different headache types and symptoms. Read More. [3]
- International Headache Society (IHS): The official source for the International Classification of Headache Disorders (ICHD-3). Read More. [2, 17]
This tool is for informational purposes only and does not provide a diagnosis. All data is stored on your local device. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
Log and visualize your headache details to identify patterns and triggers.