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ArticleBMC neurology2024

The multifaceted effects of migraine on Syrian society: insights from a multicenter cross-sectional study.

Jamal Ataya, Nour Bannoud, Rawan Daboul, Yaman Haj Hasan, Hamdah Hanifa, Masa Watfa, Nour Alhuda Abd Alnabi, Raghad Salama, Rustum Mackieh

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9 authors.

Jamal AtayaFaculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4848-6719
Nour BannoudFaculty of Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria. Nourwbanoud@gmail.com.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-9449-1802
Rawan DaboulFaculty of Medicine, Al_Baath University, Homs, Syria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0006-7455-5991
Yaman Haj HasanFaculty of Medicine, University of Aleppo, Aleppo, Syria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0000-6089-1093
Hamdah HanifaFaculty of Medicine, University of Kalamoon, Al-Nabk, Syria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2970-7379
Masa WatfaDepartment of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, Tishreen University Hospital, Latakia, Syria.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4496-6558
Nour Alhuda Abd AlnabiFaculty of Medicine, Alsham Private University, Damascus, Syria.
Raghad SalamaFaculty of Medicine, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.
Rustum MackiehDepartment of Orthopedic Pediatric Surgery, University Children's Hospital, Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMigraine is the most common primary headache. It's alone responsible for 1.3% of disability in the world. Migraine both worsen quality of life of individuals and place a significant burden on the society. Despite this, there exists a knowledge gap regarding its repercussions on the Syrian population.

methodsThis cross-sectional study enrolled 679 migraine-diagnosed patients from all over Syria through electronic questionnaires disseminated on official social media platforms. Depending on demographic characteristics, physical and mental debility assessed using the Chalder scale, the Migraine Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (MSQ) and the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 2-item (GAD_2) scale.

resultsOur study included 679 participants (mean age: 29.49 years; BMI: 24.55). The sample was predominantly female (74.7%) and mostly single (52%). Females reported higher fatigue (mean = 21.48) than males (mean = 19.22; p < .001). However, Males had better Migraine-Specific Quality of Life (MSQ) scores (mean = 49.90) compared to females (mean = 42.27; p < .001). Females scored higher on anxiety (GAD-2: mean = 2.99 vs. mean = 2.35; p < .001). Moreover, urban residents had higher scores on the Role Preventive (RF-P) subscale of the MSQ than rural residents (mean = 49.93 vs. mean = 44.82; p = .014). Higher fatigue and anxiety levels were associated with lower quality of life scores.

conclusionsThis study aimed to elucidate the multifaceted impact of migraines on daily life, considering diverse demographic variables to enhance diagnostic accuracy, treatment efficacy, and disease management strategies.

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Migraine DisordersQuality of LifeAdolescentAdultAnxietyCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and QuestionnairesSyriaYoung AdultAnxietyHeadacheHormonesLife qualityMigraineSyria

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