MIDAS Migraine Disability Calculator

Assess migraine-related disability using the validated MIDAS questionnaire for treatment planning.

MIDAS Questionnaire

Answer based on the past 3 months. Enter the number of days affected.

Additional Information

MIDAS Score

0

Grade I: Little or No Disability

Work/School

0

days affected

Household

0

days affected

Social

0

days missed

Interpretation

Migraine has minimal impact on your daily activities. Acute treatment as needed is typically sufficient.

Headache Pattern: Episodic Migraine (Low Frequency)

Treatment Recommendations

  • β€’ NSAIDs or combination analgesics for mild-moderate attacks
  • β€’ Maintain regular sleep schedule
  • β€’ Identify and avoid triggers (food, stress, hormonal)
  • β€’ Regular exercise (moderate intensity)
  • β€’ Stay hydrated

MIDAS Grade Interpretation

Grade I (0-5): Little or no disability

Grade II (6-10): Mild disability

Grade III (11-20): Moderate disability

Grade IV (21+): Severe disability

When to Seek Urgent Care

  • β€’ Sudden severe headache ("thunderclap")
  • β€’ Headache with fever and stiff neck
  • β€’ Headache with confusion or personality change
  • β€’ Headache after head injury
  • β€’ New or different headache pattern
  • β€’ Headache with weakness or vision loss

Disclaimer: The MIDAS questionnaire is a self-assessment tool to measure migraine-related disability. It does not diagnose migraine or replace medical evaluation. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with a healthcare provider who can evaluate your complete medical history.