![]() Ocular migraines occur when blood vessels spasm in the visual center of the brain or in the retina. Ocular migraines are typically caused by reduced blood flow or spasms of blood vessels in the retina or behind the eye. It has been noted, however, that aura may be associated with a small increased risk of stroke (cerebral infarction) in women. The visual disturbances may temporarily interfere with certain daily activities such as reading or driving, but the condition usually is not considered serious. Should I worry about ocular migraines?Īura is generally harmless. ![]() Typically you will see a small, enlarging blind spot (scotoma) in your central vision with bright, flickering lights (scintillations) or a shimmering zig-zag line (metamorphopsia) inside the blind spot. People with ocular migraines can have a variety of visual symptoms. ![]()
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