Question 1

what is ocular migraine, why it happens, how much dangerous is it?

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Ocular migraine: Talk with your doctor to get a better understanding, but here's some good information. Like many conditions, it can vary from person to person. 
http://www.webmd.com/migraines-headaches/guide/ocular-migraine-basics
hope you get this under control. Good luck.

Question 2

what is an ocular migraine?

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AKA: Peri-Orbital: Usually a ocular migraine originates from a sensitive network of nerves within the nose.  This may be caused by a deviated septum or something called conchobullosa.  Surgery can eliminate peri-orbital migraines or greatly reduce them.  See:

www.Themigrainereliefcenter.Com.

Question 3

why are ocular migraine so painful.

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Ocular migraine: Possible due to a spasms in blood vessels in the retina, the delicate lining in the back of the eye and vision loss or blindness lasting less than an hour. See a headache specialist for prophylactic management.

Question 4

can you tell me about ocular migraine?

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Brain disturbance: Ocular migraine is a disturbance of the circulation to the occipital lobe of the brain which is the site of visual information processing.  This condition causes attacks lasting from 5 min to up to 2 hours, of greying out of 1/2 of the field of view (or a portion) with shimmering lights and variable patterning.  It usually comes without warning and leaves with no trace.

Question 5

could you ever have an ocular migraine without any pain?

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Ocular migraines!: Ocular migraines usually only last from 1-30 minutes.  They can last longer.  Very rare for the symptoms to be permanent.  I do not know of anyone losing their vision or the symptoms staying permanently.  They can recur though.  Sometimes there are triggers; the most common are stress, caffeine, chocolate, red wine, food with sulfates, some medications, alcohol, reflections of light.

Question 6

how do u differentiate between tia and ocular migraine ?

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Very different: Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) are caused by a transient clot, usually not causing permanent damage to the brain. About 1/3 of those who experience TIAs go on to have a stroke in the year following their TIA. Ocular migraine is a rare condition. It causes vision loss less than an hour and is thought to be caused by spasms in blood vessels in the retina and cellular communication changes.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: ocular migraine?

Accepted Answer

Vision disturbance: Ocular migraines cause vision loss or blindness lasting less than an hour, along with or following a migraine headache. It is a rare finding in migraines but should be evaluated by a neurologist and an opthalmogist to rule out other possible underlying conditions.

Question 8

what tests would u order for someone whose ocular migraine went from 1 a year to multiple times a month? my neuro did nothing, and i am worried.

Accepted Answer

Ocular migraine: True ocular migraine is rare.  One of the symptoms can be brief loss of vision in one eye usually followed with headache.
There can be several causes and you should have workup by your family doctor about other illnesses that can cause this.   You should also see an eye doctor for a check up.

Question 9

does dehydration cause ocular migraine?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It can certainly be one of many precipitating factors.  If that is what you've noticed causes your migraines, then that is a relatively easy thing to prevent.  However you should get checked by your doctor.

Question 10

help docs! i'm trying to find out what causes an ocular migraine?

Accepted Answer

Vascular phenomenon: Migraines are caused by changes in the blood flow in your head.  Ocular migraines are caused by a reduction of flow to the back of your brain.  They last 15-60 minutes and resolve without treatment.  These symptoms are typically not treated as they resolve.  If you have them frequently, then migraine prophylaxis may be used.  See a neurologist or primary care physician for management.

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