Unlike migrane with aura which affects both eyes, only one eye is stricken with symptoms during an occular migraine attack. The visual symptoms are theorized to come from the irritation caused by migraine activators (such as allergens) in the blood vessels in the brain connected to the functioning of the eye.

The following disruptions in eyesight occurs while an occular migraine fit is progressing: flickers of lights, spot blindness in the central vision, scintillating colored patterns, and visual snows. The person suffering from occular migraine can lose his vision totally. However, this symptomatic blindness only lasts for around 5 minutes to less than one hour.

This disease is genetic and has been found to affect more females (especially during their menses) and individuals younger than forty. These following health troubles also make individuals at risk for  occular migranes: sickle cell, epilepsy, depression, leprosy, anemia, aneurisms, diabetes and nerve palsy.

Symptoms of occular migraine can also point to retinal detachment migrane which is more severe type of eye related health disorder that is accompanied by headaches and may lead to permanent impairment of eyesight. Factors that lead to Ocular Migraine Some foods have once again has been labeled as ocular migraine inducers and the occular migrane culprits are: aged cheeses, chocolate, red wine, and intake of meals too rich in protein.

An ocular migraneur may check his diet and lifestyle to track the relationship between his symptoms, food intake and activities, such as inadequate rest or sleep, increase tension, and others. Indications of an Occular Migraine Seizure

Symptoms of the ocular form of migrane are all related to disturbances in the vision of one eye and pressure and pain may be felt around that eye area. The migraineur may experience blindness in areas in his peripheral vision or complete temporary blindness, feel nauseated, see flickering zigzags, and etc.

Prevention is the prescribed  treatment for occular migraines. Relief from conventional pain medications such as aspirin is given and prophylactic drugs if the attacks are more pervasive. Many occular migraine patients have enjoyed a decrease in attacks and have gotten some relief from natural therapies and the incorporation of yoga in their life.

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