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[Dishant]

Does retinal migraine relate to diabetes??

[sandybrown]

Retinal migraine (ocular migraine) is an eye condition that causes brief attacks of blindness or visual problems like flashing lights in one eye.

You can read more on retinal migraine on the below NHS link:

nhs.uk/conditions/retinal-m...

[Dishant in reply to sandybrown]

Thanks for your reply, I have already gone through the above mentioned linked, I just wanted to know whether it relates to diabetes or not.

[sandybrown]

diabetes has not been mentioned.!!

Experts believe that a retinal migraine happens when a blood vessel in the eye spasms, causing a reduction in the blood flow to the eye.

As the blood vessel relaxes and blood flow returns to normal, the symptoms usually disappear, and vision comes back.

There are no triggers that are specific to a retinal migraine, but the following factors can trigger a regular migraine:

emotional stress, tension, and being overtired

sensitivity to ingredients in specific foods

too much caffeine or caffeine withdrawal

bright lights or loud noises

changes in sleep pattern

hormonal changes in women

medications that lead to swelling in blood vessels

excessive or regular use of pain relievers for headaches

not eating or drinking enough

Some people have a higher risk of a retinal migraine than others, including:

people under the age of 40 years

individuals with a personal or family history of migraines

people who have another condition, such as atherosclerosis, epilepsy, lupus, or sickle cell disease

Retinal migraines also affect women more often than men.

[gangadharan_nair]

Ocular migraines can develop with or without the accompanying pain of a classic migraine. ... Ocular migraine is sometimes confused with retinal migraine, but they are two distinct conditions. A retinal migraine is rare and affects only one eye. Loss of vision in one eye can be a symptom of a more serious medical issue.

[Dishant in reply to gangadharan_nair]

Thanks for your reply sir!

[Activity2004 Administrator in reply to Dishant]

Hi Dishant ,

How long have you been having migraines? What did your doctor say about it? Have you been able to schedule an appointment?