Knowing Ocular Migraines

Treatment

Since symptoms of an ocular migraine are brief, there isn’t a specific treatment to reduce vision loss. There are, however, medications to aid in pain relief should a severe headache occur. Some of the most commonly used treatments include aspirin, antispasmodics, calcium-channel blockers, and beta-blockers. Patients are recommended to reduce stress, quit smoking, control high blood pressure, maintain hydration, avoid excessive heat, and limit caffeine intake to prevent the onset of migraines, including ocular migraines.

Although frightening, ocular migraines are usually harmless and subside naturally. Patients who do experience vision loss, with or without the onset of a headache, should seek medical attention quickly. In rare cases, permanent vision loss has been reported due to this type of migraine.