Question 1

are flickering lights in vision an aura?

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Possible, but...: Possible if you suffer from migraines. Flashing or flickering in one eye can also signal pulling by the vitreous on the retina. Get it checked out!

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: aura?

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Related to migraine: The term aura is usually used to describe a visual change that occurs at the onset of a classic migraine.  It is typically described as an odd light appearance, color change or other visual illusion associated with the headache.  Not all migraines have auras..."common migraines" do not have auras, while "classic migraines" do.

Question 3

i have migraines with auras? what do i do?

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Migraine with aura: is a serious and complex neurologic disorder. Headache, vertigo, visual disturbances nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light or sound, dizziness, neck pain, stomach nose bleeding and parasthesias are common symptoms. This condition must be professionally managed. Rec.: see an orofacial pain or headache specialist for evaluation and management.

Question 4

how can i stop migraines with aura taking place?

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Migraines with aura: There are many good medications for migraine treatment. Migraine is a serious and complex neurologic disorder. Today effective management of migraine involves three specific strategies: 1) patient education 2) non-pharmacological management (diet, sleep hygiene, acupuncture) and 3) pharmacological (triptans, topamax, (topiramate) etc) management. Rec.:see orofacial pain or headache specialist. Hope it helps.

Question 5

are ocs safe for people with migraines with aura ?

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Are you asking abo: over the counter medications, oral contraceptive pills, etc? Please consider resubmit with clarification. Thanks.

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: visual aura?

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Visual aura: Is a  perceived visual sensation (such as blurred vision, flashing lights)   that precedes a condition affecting the brain such as some migraine headaches.

Question 7

i experienced my first visual aura i think, should i wait things out?

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NO: What do you mean by a visual aura was it followed by a headache at any rate a proper history and examination by an md is required.

Question 8

i am epileptic, very well controlled, so why am i suddenly having repeat auras?

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Meds or menopause?: Repeat auras may be a sign that your epilepsy is not as well controlled as before.  It's could be due to a change in medications, a change in levels of medications due to introduction of other meds or supplements, or due to progression of whatever underlying thing is causing the epilepsy.  Also, seizure patterns can change before or during menopause.

Question 9

how normal would it be for one to eventually develop aura with their migraines?

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Maybe: Not all migraines are associated with aura.  Not every patient gets an aura with every migraine.

Question 10

have had migraines with auras for years now, after having second child auras are extreme, is this normal?

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Possibly: Many women experience a change in their migraine features with hormonal fluctuation.  There is no greater hormonal fluctuation (besides menopause) than pregnancy.  Some women have complete cessation of migraines with pregnancy, while others can have severe worsening of the type and severity of migraine.  If there's ever a change in your "usual" headache symptoms your neurologist should be involved.

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How can i stop migraines with aura taking place?

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Are ocs safe for people with migraines with aura ?

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What is the definition or description of: visual aura?

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I experienced my first visual aura i think, should i wait things out?

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I am epileptic, very well controlled, so why am i suddenly having repeat auras?

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How normal would it be for one to eventually develop aura with their migraines?

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Have had migraines with auras for years now, after having second child auras are extreme, is this normal?

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