Migraine Headaches & Migraine Auras
There are two major categories of migraines, separated in terms of whether an aura occurs:
- Classic type – these are migraines that include auras
- Common type – these are migraines without auras.
Migraine Auras
Migraine Auras are alerts issued by the physical body that a migraine attack is imminent. Many auras involve changes in the visual field, while other symptoms can include ringing in the ears or other sensory fluctuations.
According to WebMD, 20-30% of those who experience migraines get the classic, aura types of migraines.
Six classic migraine varieties are as follows (keeping in mind that these particular migraine subsets are unusual):
Hemiplegic migraine – Can involve temporary paralysis, numbness, or dizziness on one side of the body, a similar sensation to what's often experienced in a stroke.
Retinal migraine – Means that you lose vision in one eye, partially or fully.
Basilar artery migraine – Migraine headache typically associated with hormone deviations, such as that experienced during menstruation. Can involve lost equilibrium and a sense of incoherence.
Status migrainosus – Primarily characterized by its duration, this type can stick around for over three days. Hospitalization is often necessary.
Ophthalmoplegic migraine – This type paralyzes the ocular muscles. It can also be a warning sign of an aneurysm. Vision fluctuations often accompany it.
The above categorization is not the only way in which migraines can be defined or differentiated. For example, a "transformed migraine" is one which increases in frequency over time.
Part of finding relief from headache pain is looking for groundbreaking, innovative solutions. That's important because the science on migraines grows stronger over time. New approaches can enhance your chance of success. At MiRx Protocol we want you start feeling better today. Please review our solution to see if it might be right for you.