The impact of headache severity on quality of life of patients with migraine

Med Pregl. 2006 Jul-Aug;59(7-8):299-304. doi: 10.2298/mpns0608299s.
[Article in English, Serbian]

Abstract

Migraine is a chronic disease characterized by episodic headache attacks, most often on one side of the head with pulsating, moderate to severe pain. We conducted an assessment of headache severity by using the MIGSEV questionnaire, and the quality of life assessment by using the QVM questionnaire, on a sample of 30 patients suffering from migraine. Afterwards, the research results were compared. The research results indicate that the majority of patients suffer from severe and moderate headaches. The quality of life is poorer in patients suffering from severe headaches.

MeSH terms

  • Chronic Disease
  • Humans
  • Migraine Disorders / psychology*
  • Quality of Life*
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Sickness Impact Profile
  • Surveys and Questionnaires