Association between serum folate levels and migraine or severe headaches: A nationwide cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT: Migraine and severe headaches are common neurological disorders with significant societal impact. Previous research indicates a potential link between serum folate levels and migraine occurrence, yet there is a lack of sufficient relevant studies and more are required. This study aimed to determine the association between a severe headache or migraine and serum folate levels in large populations. Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, we conducted a cross-sectional study. Using multivariable logistic regression models, we investigated the association between serum folate and severe headache or migraine. In a subsequent subgroup analysis, several confounding factors were also explored to investigate the association between migraine and serum folate. A total of

SUBMITTER: Luwen H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11557034 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature