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A member asked:

Have had persistent migraine aura for 2 years, always see "tv static" or "visual snow," no docs know what to do. any thoughts on things to ask about?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It's time to find: headache specialist. If you and your doctor aren’t making progress reducing the frequency and severity of your migraines and quality of life, it’s time to visit Orofacial Pain or headache specialist.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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