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VDR Gene Polymorphisms and Cluster Headache Susceptibility: Case-Control Study in a Southeastern European Caucasian Population.
Journal of molecular neuroscience : MN - 1 Feb 2022
Papasavva Maria, Vikelis Michail, Siokas Vasileios, Katsarou Martha-Spyridoula, Dermitzakis Emmanouil, Raptis Athanasios, Dardiotis Efthimios, Drakoulis Nikolaos
Abstract excerpt
Cluster headache (CH) is a severe primary headache disorder with a genetic component, as indicated by family and twin studies. Diurnal and seasonal rhythmicity are key features of the disease and might be related to vitamin D, as low vitamin D levels have been observed in patients with cluster headache. In addition, the vitamin D receptor (VDR) occurs in brain areas and particularly in the hypothalamus. The aim...
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