ocular migraines after surgery

[TriumphLover]

Hi all.

I had aortic valve replacement along with resectioning 5 months ago. Things have gone well.

The first month I had a lot of ocular migraines which I attributed to the opiods. However, I'm no longer on the meds I'm still getting regular migraines. I'd say weekly, sometimes a couple a week.

I'm not sure if it's screen use, exercise or stress related. Does this ring any bells for anyone?

Thanks

Colin

[Happyrosie]

If migraines are new to you (i.e. you had them before your valve replacement) and they are no different, then I am not sure.

If they are new to you then I'd suggest an appointment with your GP to discuss.

[TriumphLover in reply to Happyrosie]

Thanks Rosie, I had them previously but they do feel different.. seen another website where people discuss this issue.. hoped bhf people's might have experience!!

[Leonardo1]

morning - I had AvR 18 months ago - and yes I had ocular migraine every day for about 3 - 6 months some a minor irritation some really annoying and debilitating

Up until about October last year I was still getting them almost everyday often minor but some really annoying nonetheless . I researched and researched and eventually my son suggested a supplemental called L’Arginine L’Citrulline complex . It’s a supplement that helps open up blood vessels and I’ve been taking it since then and the number of ocular migraines has decreased significantly. I’ve had perhaps one a week maybe less .

Certainly worth a try .

Good luck and good luck with your recovery

CH

[TriumphLover in reply to Leonardo1]

Sounds like we're in the same boat! Cheers, will give it a go. Nothing to lose...

[TriumphLover in reply to Leonardo1]

Can I ask of your on blood pressure meds etc? And if you had to check with the doc?

[Leonardo1]

hi I am on blood pressure meds rampril and have been on others my BP and is very irratic ! The doctors sent me for a full stroke clinic session just to be on the safe side and they said it was migraine .

Try the supplements I’ve noticed a real improvement

Ch

[cateblanchett]

One thing that has helped me eliminate these ocular migraines is making sure my eyes are lubricated. I use a sort of artificial tears. Might be worth trying. I can’t think it would hurt anything.