Migraine with Aura

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Is a:
  • Disease or Syndrome
Definition:
A subtype of migraine disorder, characterized by recurrent attacks of reversible neurological symptoms (aura) that precede or accompany the headache. Aura may include a combination of sensory disturbances, such as blurred vision; hallucinations; vertigo; numbness; and difficulty in concentrating and speaking. Aura is usually followed by features of the common migraine, such as photophobia; phonophobia; and nausea. (International Classification of Headache Disorders, 2nd ed. Cephalalgia 2004: suppl 1)
Synonyms:
  • Acute Onset Aura Migraine
  • Basilar Artery Migraine
  • Basilar Migraine
  • Basilar Migraines
  • Basilar Type Migraine
  • Basilar-Type Migraine
  • Classic Migraine
  • Classical Migraine
  • Complicated Migraine
  • Familial Hemiplegic Migraine
  • Familial Hemiplegic Migraines
  • Hemiplegic Migraine, Familial
  • Migraine Aura without Headache
  • Migraine with Acute Onset Aura
  • Migraine with Auras
  • Migraine with Prolonged Aura
  • Migraine with Typical Aura
  • Migraine, Basilar
  • Migraine, Basilar Artery
  • Migraine, Basilar-Type
  • Migraine, Classic
  • Migraine, Classical
  • Migraine, Complicated
  • Migraine, Prolonged Aura
  • Prolonged Aura Migraine
  • Typical Aura without Headache
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