Acephalgic migraine (also called migraine without headache, aura without headache, silent migraine, and visual migraine without headache) Acute migraine Chronic migraine Complex migraine Menstrual migraine Migraine with aura (also called classic migraines/ complicated migraine/ and hemiplegic migraine) Migraine without aura (common migraine) Optical migraine (also called eye migraine, ocular migraine, ophthalmic migraine, monocular migraine, and retinal migraine) Vestibular migraine (migraine-associated vertigo)
Blurred vision Confusion Difficulty speaking Fatigue Food cravings Frequent yawning Hearing noises or music Hyperactivity Increased thirst and urination Irritability Lightheadedness Mood swings Mostly, throbbing or pulsing pain on one side of the head Neck stiffness Pins and needles sensations in an arm or leg Seeing shapes, light flashes, or bright spots Sensitivity to light and sound and sometimes smells and touch Temporarily vision loss Tingling sensation in the face, arms, or legs Uncontrollable jerking or other movements Weakness or numbness in the face or one side of the body
Environmental factors Family history Imbalances in brain chemicals including serotonin
Alcoholism, especially wine, and highly caffeinated beverages Bright lights and sun glare Certain medications including oral contraceptives and vasodilators Food additives Foods including aged cheeses, salty foods, and processed foods Hormonal changes in women Jet lag Loud sounds Missing sleep or getting too much sleep Physical exertion Skipping meals or fasting Stress Strong smells Weather change
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