11/16/2025
When A Migraine Is Not Just A Headacheš¤
Many people think of migraine as a headache syndrome associated with these 4 classic symptoms:
-nausea
-vomiting
-light sensitivity
-sound sensitivity
However, what patients (and even some doctors) may not realize is that migraine can have many other manifestations, including visual issues.š
These eye symptoms can result in patients showing up at their ophthalmologistās office, and then being referred to a neuro-ophthalmologist.
Over the past 20+ years working as a neuro-ophthalmologist, I have seen just about every unusual visual manifestation of migraine, ranging from the common flashing lights ā”ļø(called visual aura or scintillating scotoma) to more serious issues such as pupil asymmetry, double vision, and even permanent visual loss.
Do you have any visual symptoms of migraine? Iād love to hear what they are so I can help shed some light!