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Migraine Visual Aura
People who don't have Migraines often think not only of a headache being part of a Migraine, but also of the Migraine aura. Many people think a Migraine can't occur without an aura. Sadly, even some doctors believe this misconception.
The aura is the second potential phase of a Migraine attack. (You can read more about the phases and their potential symptoms in Anatomy of a Migraine.) The aura phase is experienced by a minority of Migraineurs, only about 20 to 25%, and...
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From Our Experts
5/26/08 #6: Can thyroxin increase migraine aura, alter pattern?
Full Question:I have a migraine from I was 7 years old and now I am 26. I was experiencing visual auras before the onset of headache. Then... Read more »
Studying the Characteristics of Migraine Aura
Migraine with aura is experienced in about 20-30% of people who have Migraine disease. People who have cluster headache rarely have visual... Read more »
Migraine Aura Has Many Variations
People who don't have Migraines often think not only of a headache being part of a Migraine, but also of the Migraine aura. Many people... Read more »
Understanding Migraine Aura
A Migraine attack can include up to four phases: prodrome, aura, headache, and postdrome. You can read more about this in Anatomy of a... Read more »
Migraine Aura Video: Through the Looking Glass
A Migraine attack can consist of up to four phases: • Prodrome Phase • Aura Phase • Headache Phase • Posdrome Phase You can find... Read more »
From Our Sources
Migraine with Aura: The Basics
Migraine is a common disabling primary headache disorder. Epidemiological studies have documented its high prevalence and high socioeconomic and... Read more »
Taking Triptans During Migraine Aura May Work Better
It's confusing. Some doctors tell us to take Migraine abortive medications such as the triptans early in a Migraine attack -- during the aura if... Read more »
More Research Links Migraine With Aura and Stroke in Women
In the last few years, studies have been released about Migraine and stroke risk, and Migraine and cardiovascular disease in both women and men. To... Read more »
Zapping Migraine Shows Promise: Nearing FDA Approval
There's good news about abortive treatment of Migraine with aura - without medications. A portable Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) device... Read more »
Aura, Migraine and Headache Glossary
The aura is the second potential phase of a Migraine with aura attack (previously called Classic Migraine). May present with varying symptoms... Read more »
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