Migraine with aura
Migraine with aura, once called classic migraine, is a recurring headache that strikes after or at the same time as nervous system symptoms called aura. Aura symptoms usually last less than an hour. They can include flashes of light, blind spots and other vision changes that affect both eyes. Aura also can cause tingling in your hand or face. Sometimes people who have migraine with aura also experience muscle weakness or issues with speech and language. Visual aura symptoms are most common. Treatments for migraine with aura and migraine without aura, once called common migraine, usually are the same. Treatments include medicines to prevent migraine with aura and those to stop the headache once it has started. Other treatments include relaxation techniques such as massage. You can try to prevent migraine with aura using self-care steps such as following a regular sleep and meal schedule and avoiding things that may trigger migraine.

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