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Migraine patients show higher instances of astigmatism, spherical equivalent (SE), and anisometropia compared to healthy individuals. Regular eye exams are recommended for migraine sufferers to manage refractive errors.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Neurology
  • Refractive Error Research

Background:

  • Migraine headaches are a common neurological disorder.
  • Refractive errors can impact visual health and quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate refractive errors in patients diagnosed with migraine headaches.
  • To compare refractive error prevalence between migraine patients and healthy controls.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective case-control study design was employed.
  • Detailed ophthalmological examinations were conducted on 77 migraine patients and 71 healthy controls.
  • Refractive components, visual acuity, intraocular pressure, and ocular biometry were assessed.

Main Results:

  • Migraine patients exhibited significantly higher degrees of astigmatic refractive error, spherical equivalent (SE), and anisometropia compared to the control group.
  • No significant difference in age or sex distribution was noted between the groups.

Conclusions:

  • Migraine patients may be predisposed to higher levels of astigmatism, SE, and anisometropia.
  • Regular ophthalmological examinations are crucial for migraine patients to ensure proper correction of refractive errors.