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| Migraine Without Aura Diagnostic Criteria |
The EBMcalc module Migraine Without Aura Diagnostic Criteria is available in EBMcalc Complete Edition.
This calculator evaluates the following Clinical Criteria:
- At least 5 headache attacks by history, and migraine days <15 / month
- Episodic headache attacks lasting 4-72 hours
- Unilateral headache location
- Pulsating / throbbing quality
- Avoidance of physical activity -- it might make headache worse
- Moderate or severe pain symptoms
- Nausea and or vomiting
- Photophobia and phonophobia
References
- Dodick DW. Diagnosing headache: clinical clues and clinical rules. Adv Stud Med. 2003; 3(2): 87-92.
- EBMcalc CrossRef: Migraine with aura
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