B2 or Not B2: A Systematic Literature Review on Migraine Headaches and Riboflavin Deficiency
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https://doi.org/10.48208/HeadacheMed.2023.35Keywords:
Migraine, Riboflavin, Vitamin B2, Headaches, Systematic Literature ReviewAbstract
Objective
To assess the prevalence of riboflavin deficiency in patients with migraines or headaches.
Methods
Systematic review of the literature following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.
Results
Two articles met the inclusion and exclusion criteria, and neither of these discussed riboflavin deficiency prevalence in those patients who suffer from migraines.
Conclusion
The prevalence of riboflavin deficiency in migraineurs and in headache patients is unknown.
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