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Headache Diary
What is a Headache Diary?
A daily headache diary is one of the most important tools your treatment team has to help you. An accurate headache diary serves to:
- Monitor the frequency, duration and severity of your headaches over time
- Identify patterns that may help determine triggers and improve treatment
- Track medication use and response
- Maintain long term records of what has worked and what has not
Together with a headache trigger tracker, a diary can help us plan your treatment and manage your headaches. Learn more about headache treatments.
How to Keep a Headache Diary
There are a number of options for keeping a diary. No matter which method you choose, it is important to maintain the diary as carefully as possible. Learn more about diagnosing headaches.
- iPhone, Android, and Blackberry apps
- Computer-based programs
- Printed diaries
- Excel spreadsheet
- Simple calendars
Whether you use one of the above options or develop your own it is important to maintain the diary as carefully as possible.