Association Between Screen Exposure and Migraine Headache Among Medical Students of Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-sectional Study
Abstract
Background: Recently, the use of digital screens and technology has become widespread, especially among medical students, which may have significant implications for their health and well-being. Migraine headaches are a common neurological disorder that can have a substantial impact on an individual's quality of life. The present study aims to explore the association between screen exposure and migraine headaches among medical students at Umm Al-Qura University (UQU) in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted among 312 medical students in UQU. A self-administered electronic questionnaire was used to gather data. We identified students with migraines using a self-administered migraine screen questionnaire (MS-Q) tool. Screen time exposure was recorded in a standardized questionnaire. Results: More than half of students (51.0%) reported experiencing frequent or severe headache attacks in the last 12 months. 92.5% reported using electronic devices (computer, iPad, or mobile) for their studies. Most participants were female, constituting 95.5% of the sample. Regarding age, 31.3% were 21 years old. Concerning academic year, most were in their 4th year, accounting for 41.8% of the sample, and 50.7% of respondents had a positive family history of migraines. Conclusion: The prevalence of migraines among medical students in Makkah was relatively high, with a female predominance. The pain intensity of the migraine headaches was associated with…
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