Ocular Migraine? Aura without headache?

@jam5 ❤️

I am new to this group and suffering from daily migraines for about 40 years

Thank you for sharing the medication

@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.

@babsd
What medication have you taken for the Aura without headache?
thank you
Judy

@bob2025
Just read about CSD. Interesting that you call the light show entertaining. I find something I can’t control that’s blocking my vision a little scary. I hope your episodes subside.

As I mentioned, I discovered what we need mutually thought was an ocular migraine turned out to be a retinal TIA. That was further confirmed recently when I had a cognitive TIA (mini-stroke) after a long episode of afib. I suddenly had aphasia, unable to speak or type anything but gibberish. It was very confusing, scary, frustrating and I thought it was going to be a major stroke. Luckily, the blood clot was able to pass in a few minutes. I couldn’t call 911 myself but was able to get to neighbors for help and one knew gibberish was a sign of stroke. I’m on a blood thinner now so hopefully that’s the last time. Best of luck in your situation as well.

@californiazebra
Google this for interesting contrasts and links to research:
amaurosis fugax vs ocular migraine vs retinal migraine vs Cerebral Spreading Depression

My symptoms started about 15 years ago at 55. Colorful zigzag arcs affecting both eyes, taking 20-45 minutes to fan out & disappear, most clearly matching "migraine aura without headache" best described as CSD. Fascinating. No pain, no triggers yet identified. Sometimes several months without an episode, a few cases of up to three episodes over 24 hours. GP and eye specialists have not found medications or deep diagnostics warranted so far.

I keep watch for new findings from credible sources. Many any evidence-based, peer reviewed articles in my bookmarks. Google & AI can help find some. So can Google Scholar.

I'm lucky in that I really only have some trouble reading for the first 5 minutes or so. Not enough to impede other activities. Kind of a shame that the initial thrill/entertainment has faded.

@prein my aura’s last about 20 to 30 minutes as well. I take no medicine. They just go through a cycle all by themselves. The optometrist told me that the aura without headaches comes from a drop in blood pressure. What I’ve noticed over the years is that the day before I get them I’ve gotten really stressed out and angry. So I think it’s constricting blood vessels. Taught me to avoid stress and anger!

What is "your med" you take that cuts the aura to 20 minutes.

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