Medical Disclaimer

Important: Always Consult Your Doctor

Before making any changes to your health routine, medication, or treatment plan, you must consult with a qualified healthcare professional.

Specifically, consult your doctor before:

• Starting or stopping any medication — including over-the-counter pain relievers
• Changing medication dosages — even if the app suggests you're approaching WHO limits
• Trying new treatments or therapies — including supplements, preventive approaches, or lifestyle changes
• Using app predictions to make medical decisions — AI forecasts are statistical patterns, not medical diagnoses
• Interpreting your tracked data — patterns you notice should be discussed with your neurologist

Your doctor knows your complete medical history, current medications, and individual health needs. The app does not.

What This App Does NOT Do

• Diagnose medical conditions — Only qualified healthcare professionals can diagnose migraine or other headache disorders
• Prescribe medication or treatment — All medication decisions must be made with your doctor
• Replace professional medical care — This app supplements, not replaces, your relationship with healthcare providers
• Provide medical advice — Information in the app is educational and based on general research, not personalized medical guidance
• Guarantee results — Individual experiences vary; what helps one person may not help another
• Act as an emergency service — In emergencies, call your local emergency number immediately

About the Creator

Rustam Iuldashov, the creator of Migraine Companion, is not a medical doctor. He is not a neurologist, physician, therapist, or licensed healthcare provider.

Rustam created this app based on:

• 30 years of personal experience living with chronic migraine
• Research into narrative therapy principles developed by Michael White and David Epston
• Study of medical research on migraine triggers and patterns
• WHO (World Health Organization) medication safety guidelines

This lived experience and research form the foundation of the app's approach — but they do not constitute medical expertise or professional medical advice.

About AI Predictions & Forecasts

The app's "Mi's Forecast" feature uses machine learning (logistic regression) to identify patterns in your personal data and predict the likelihood of a migraine in the next 24 hours.

Important limitations:

• These are statistical predictions, not medical diagnoses
• Accuracy typically ranges from 70-85% after sufficient data (usually 4+ weeks)
• Predictions improve with more data but are never 100% accurate
• False positives and false negatives will occur
• AI cannot account for unknown factors or sudden changes

Use predictions as one tool for awareness and planning — not as definitive medical information.

About WHO Medication Guidelines

The app displays World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines on medication overuse headache, which suggest limits on acute medication usage (typically 10-15 days per month depending on medication type).

• WHO guidelines are general recommendations for populations, not personalized medical advice
• Your doctor may recommend different limits based on your individual situation
• Never adjust your medication based solely on app notifications
• If you're approaching or exceeding these limits, discuss it with your healthcare provider
• Medication overuse headache is a medical condition that requires professional treatment

The app's medication tracking is a tool for awareness, not a replacement for medical supervision.

About Narrative Therapy Approach

Migraine Companion is built on principles of narrative therapy, a psychological approach developed by Michael White and David Epston that has been used for chronic pain, depression, and anxiety for over 40 years.

The app's "companionization" approach (treating migraine as "Mi," a companion rather than enemy) is designed to:

• Reduce self-blame and increase sense of control (externalization)
• Make self-care visible through Mi's responses
• Highlight "sparkling moments" when you manage well

However: This app is not therapy. It does not replace working with a licensed therapist, counselor, or mental health professional. If you're experiencing depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns related to chronic pain, please seek professional support.

Your Data & Privacy

Your health data is stored locally on your device. We do not sell your data to third parties. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Important: While we take data security seriously, no system is 100% secure. Do not rely solely on the app to store critical medical information. Keep backups and share important information with your healthcare providers.

Use at Your Own Risk

By using Migraine Companion, you acknowledge that:

• You understand this app is a self-help tool, not medical advice
• You will consult with qualified healthcare professionals before making medical decisions
• You will not use the app as a substitute for professional medical care
• You assume all risks associated with using the app
• The creator and developers are not liable for any health outcomes resulting from app use

Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about your health or migraine management, please consult your doctor or neurologist.

For questions about the app itself, contact us at: migrainecompanion.app@gmail.com