Migraine aura

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What is Migraine aura?

The change in brain function called an aura. Migraine is a neurological disorder that generally involves repeated headaches. It is usually a visual symptom such as an arc of sparkling zig-zag lines or a blotting out of vision or both. Migraines occur in women more than men. Migraine-aura is appear in between the ages of 10 and 46 years. Migraine-aura is affects 5-10 % of the population.

Causes of Migraine aura

• Spasm of blood vessels supplying parts of the brain
• Subsequent expansion of blood vessels in the head
• Changes in body chemistry
• Change in weather
• Physical or mental stress
• Changes in sleep patterns
• Meats containing nitrates

Symptoms of Migraine aura

• Numbness of one side of the face and hand
• Weakness
• Unsteadiness
• Seeing flashing lights
• Other visual hallucinations
• Increased urination
• Increased sweating

Treatment for Migraine aura

• Numerous medications are used to treat the migraine aura.
• Preventing migraine aura- Beta-blockers such as propanolol
• Ergots such as DHE-45 may used for treatment.
• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen
• An ergotamine-containing medication is used for pregnant women who suffers from migraine aura.
• Anti-sickness drug buclizine helps to reduce nausea and sickness.
• The medicines metoclopramide and domperidone can be used to treat nausea and vomiting.
• Relaxation therapy- By being less stressed some find that fewer attacks are triggered.
• Do not take certain foods such as aged cheese, red wine, caffeine, chocolate and others.