My orders are diet related. I have gotten them since the age of 13. I have discovered that I cannot eat eggs, processed meats, sauerkraut, MSG, and caffeine. As a rule my aura might last about 20 minutes and go away on their own. I refuse to put medication's in me. I feel they lead into more meds.
...I dont think my comment can help but.. I am in 80s migraines started when I was bout 13... in those days just an Aspirin. When the zig zags invisition started with the hours long migraine pain one side I am not sure.. This continued until around my late thirties when the pain one side actully stopped but I still get the Aura - typical tiny blind spot in visiton increasing with flashing zigzags very bright even with closed eyes for around 20 minutes.... no regular time of day etc. Total about 12 a year .. so am fortunate to have stopped that pain but they still frighten me and ovr the yeas I have a list of medical issues. I dont take any medication. In my 20s i was given CafergotPH and took the full dose and could hardly wake up to go to work so I decided to just take a tylenol or such .. and now nothing. I do try and imagine the bright lights as a sort of fireworks display to calm my nerves but I know will have this til I pass away. Consolences to all sufferers of any type of Migraine. The worst part was they would start during a work day etc.
This is an old post but thought I would contribute as well. I'm 63 and got my first one a few years ago which was a scary experience. Same symptom as others: small C shape with flashing colorful zigzags that started small and grew over about 20 minutes. I couldn't use my phone or computer during that time. The first time I thought maybe I was having a stroke. I never had any other symptoms. Since then I may get one a month. I normally have a cup of coffee a day. I stopped 10 days ago before a scheduled surgery and didn't have any cofee until yesterday and again today. I had a migraine with aura both days. So for me, caffeine seems to be a trigger (or at least until my body gets used to it again).
@dollies - welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. That sure is a long time to have daily migraines. Do you have some form of ocular migraine? If so, has anything brought you some relief?
@jam5 - Hi Judy, I have used different prescriptions for years, but I have been using
this for the last years & it works for me.
Butalb-Acetaminophen-Caff 50-325-40. I take one capsule as soon as I know the Aura is beginning & within 20 min. Or so it has disappeared.
It has been a life saver for me.
When it begins, my vision is affected & I can’t see things clearly. If I should be driving, I need to pull over & stop until it clears. Maybe you can try this & it could help you. I carry the medication with me always.
I have the Aura without headache. I used to have Migraines, but not anymore. I have had the Aura for years. I know when it’s beginning & I know what usually brings it on. If I am on the iPad & also watching TV at the same time, it will start. Also, bright flashing lights can bring it on. I take my med right away & within 20 min. or so, it has gone. I carry the med with me all the time, just in case. It has happened at other times out of the blue, but I am prepared. See your doc & maybe he can prescribe a med for you. My symptoms are not being able to focus or see & bright flashing & zigzag lights appear. I cannot read anything during this time. I usually just remain quiet til it all passes
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My orders are diet related. I have gotten them since the age of 13. I have discovered that I cannot eat eggs, processed meats, sauerkraut, MSG, and caffeine. As a rule my aura might last about 20 minutes and go away on their own. I refuse to put medication's in me. I feel they lead into more meds.
...I dont think my comment can help but.. I am in 80s migraines started when I was bout 13... in those days just an Aspirin. When the zig zags invisition started with the hours long migraine pain one side I am not sure.. This continued until around my late thirties when the pain one side actully stopped but I still get the Aura - typical tiny blind spot in visiton increasing with flashing zigzags very bright even with closed eyes for around 20 minutes.... no regular time of day etc. Total about 12 a year .. so am fortunate to have stopped that pain but they still frighten me and ovr the yeas I have a list of medical issues. I dont take any medication. In my 20s i was given CafergotPH and took the full dose and could hardly wake up to go to work so I decided to just take a tylenol or such .. and now nothing. I do try and imagine the bright lights as a sort of fireworks display to calm my nerves but I know will have this til I pass away. Consolences to all sufferers of any type of Migraine. The worst part was they would start during a work day etc.
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2 ReactionsThis is an old post but thought I would contribute as well. I'm 63 and got my first one a few years ago which was a scary experience. Same symptom as others: small C shape with flashing colorful zigzags that started small and grew over about 20 minutes. I couldn't use my phone or computer during that time. The first time I thought maybe I was having a stroke. I never had any other symptoms. Since then I may get one a month. I normally have a cup of coffee a day. I stopped 10 days ago before a scheduled surgery and didn't have any cofee until yesterday and again today. I had a migraine with aura both days. So for me, caffeine seems to be a trigger (or at least until my body gets used to it again).
@dollies - welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. That sure is a long time to have daily migraines. Do you have some form of ocular migraine? If so, has anything brought you some relief?
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I am new to this group and suffering from daily migraines for about 40 years
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1 Reaction@jam5 - Hi Judy, I have used different prescriptions for years, but I have been using
this for the last years & it works for me.
Butalb-Acetaminophen-Caff 50-325-40. I take one capsule as soon as I know the Aura is beginning & within 20 min. Or so it has disappeared.
It has been a life saver for me.
When it begins, my vision is affected & I can’t see things clearly. If I should be driving, I need to pull over & stop until it clears. Maybe you can try this & it could help you. I carry the medication with me always.
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What medication have you taken for the Aura without headache?
thank you
Judy