There are many triggers that cause migraines. Triggers like food sensitivities, physical exertion, hormonal changes etc. These trigger the type of migraines many are familiar with. The severe pain one side of the face, can look at light, hear loud sounds and so on. There is another type of migraine that people are not so familiar with and this is the Optical or Ocular Migraine.
Migraine Without Pain
It seems very odd that there is such a thing as migraines without associated pain, but often this is the case with an optical migraine. Optical migraines can be quite scary especially when experiencing them for the first time. The symptoms include:
- Flashing light with a strobe effect
- Field of vision becomes blurred as if you were looking through a broken window
- Numbness or tingling in the fingers
- No associated pain
People wonder if they are going blind, experiencing stroke and this can be very alarming to say the least. The good news is it usually will resolve itself within 20-30 minutes of onset and do not require further treatment.
What To Do
The First thing you should do is call your doctor. Discuss what is happening to see if there is a recommendation. If you feel you may be experiencing this disturbance in vision while driving you should pull over, relax and allow it to pass. They do not typically last longer than a half hour. If you are at home or in an office try avoiding light and just laying your head down until it goes away.
Can They Be Prevented
Ocular migraines can be brought on by stress and poor diet. By making healthy choices you can improve your chances of prevention. Meditation exercise like Yoga can help improve circulation and can also reduce stress. Choosing foods that keep blood flowing properly is important. Foods rich in Omega 3 is highly recommended to prevent cardiovascular disease and its circulation properties are the reason why. Omega 3 rich foods like fish, walnuts, flax seeds, and olive oil would be smart to incorporate. Staying hydrated is vital. Drink 8-10 glasses of water a day.
Much like your typical migraine it will be helpful to keep a journal and find out what your triggers are so you can be more successful on how to prevent them. Journal your daily food intake, exercises you are doing, and any vitamins or medications you have taken. Take your journal into your treating physician to discuss further prevention and treatment options.
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