MIGRAINE CLAIM GUIDE
VA Migraine Claim Evidence: What to Organize
Migraine claims often depend on a clear record of the condition and how it affects the Veteran. A symptom log can help organize dates, frequency, duration, associated symptoms, treatment, and functional impact for later review.
Reviewed September 17, 2026 · General educational information
Evidence to organize
Diagnosis, treatment notes, medication history, and relevant neurological or primary-care records.
A contemporaneous headache log showing frequency, duration, symptoms, treatment, and activity limitations.
Employment, attendance, school, or other records that may document functional effects when relevant.
Lay statements from people who directly observe migraine episodes or their impact.
Questions to map before review
- 01How often do migraine or headache episodes occur and how long do they last?
- 02What symptoms accompany an episode and what treatment is used?
- 03What activities are limited or interrupted during an episode?
- 04What evidence addresses the relationship to service or another claimed basis?
Mission Claim does not diagnose medical conditions or predict VA outcomes. Medical questions should be addressed with a qualified health professional. Claim-specific legal or representation questions may require a VA-accredited representative.