I was diagnosed with hemiplegic migraines after many episodes of numbness down the left side, weakness in general and headache. I also et the flashing lights, and often tunnel vision.
I have suffered for almost 9 years, but for the last 3 years i have been suffering servere vertigo. I can't get up when it's happening and have to stay in bed. The worst usually lasts 5 hours and then i'm just unbalanced for a few days until it happens again. I have been told by one doc its an ear problem and another said its migraine linked. I have no idea now which way to go with treatment.
Any ideas?
Also i am on sumitriptan for migraines but been told they can make them worse with hemiplegic is this true?
I have been recently diagnosed with hemiplegic migraine disease. I also have epilepsy so for six years it has gone undiagnosed. I was diagnosed with TIA's becaue of the stroke similarities. My new neuro is not putting me on any additional meds since I am already on anticonvulsants for siezures. I also had a total hysterectomy four years ago and that is when everything went haywire in my brain. My doctor says that I am going through estrogen withdraw that is contributing to this disease. I am unable to go on HRT. Therefore, if you are in your pre or post menapause years, your condition could worsen.. Good luck.