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Migraine Trigger Tracking Worksheet

Helping You Identify Your Personal Migraine Triggers

Migraines are often influenced by multiple factors. Tracking your symptoms and daily habits may help you and your healthcare provider identify patterns and potential triggers.

Use this worksheet to record information when a migraine occurs.

Migraine Episode Log

Date

Time Migraine Started

Pain Severity (1–10)

Duration

Symptoms Experienced

         
         
         

Possible Triggers Before the Migraine

Record anything that occurred in the 24 hours before the migraine.

Sleep

Hours of sleep last night: _______

☐ Poor sleep
☐ Overslept
☐ Interrupted sleep

Meals and Hydration

☐ Skipped meal
☐ Ate late
☐ Dehydrated
☐ Ate possible trigger food

Food or drinks consumed before migraine:

Stress and Emotions

Stress level before migraine:

☐ Low
☐ Moderate
☐ High

Possible stressful event:

Environmental Factors

☐ Bright lights
☐ Loud noise
☐ Strong smells
☐ Weather changes
☐ Screen exposure

Notes:

Hormonal Changes (if applicable)

☐ Menstrual cycle
☐ Hormonal medication changes

Notes:

What Helped Relieve the Migraine?

☐ Medication
☐ Rest or sleep
☐ Dark room
☐ Hydration
☐ Ice or cold compress
☐ Other:

Additional Notes

Tracking several migraine episodes may help identify patterns and guide treatment decisions.


Medical Disclaimer

This resource is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individuals experiencing headaches should consult their physician, neurologist, or qualified healthcare provider for personalized evaluation and treatment recommendations. Seek immediate medical care for sudden, severe, or unusual headaches or headaches accompanied by neurological symptoms. Call 911 if you are experiencing a medical emergency.

This handout is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.

This content was created with the assistance of AI. Any AI-generated content was reviewed by a Nurse Practitioner.