Ocular Migraine AI Diagnosis & Assessment
AI-powered evaluation for ocular migraines and visual disturbances. Rapid assessment of eye migraines and visual aura symptoms based on ICHD3 criteria.
What is Ocular Migraine?
Ocular migraine, also known as visual migraine or migraine with visual aura, is characterized by temporary visual disturbances that may occur with or without headache. According to ICHD3 criteria, these visual symptoms typically develop gradually and can affect one or both eyes.
Visual Characteristics:
- Zigzag lines or geometric patterns
- Temporary blind spots (scotomas)
- Flashing or shimmering lights
- Gradual development over 5-20 minutes
Prevalence & Demographics
Important Note
Sudden vision loss or new visual symptoms should be evaluated promptly to rule out serious conditions like stroke or retinal detachment.
ICHD3 Criteria for Migraine with Visual Aura
Aura Criteria (A-C)
A. Visual symptoms
Positive (flickering lights, spots, lines) and/or negative (partial vision loss)
B. Three characteristics (≥3)
Gradual development ≥5 min, duration 5-60 min, unilateral, reversible
C. Headache criteria
Follows aura within 60 minutes OR occurs during aura
D. Not attributed
To another ICHD3 disorder
How AI Helps with Visual Assessment
Visual Pattern Analysis
AI recognizes typical visual aura patterns and distinguishes from other causes
Differential Diagnosis
Helps differentiate ocular migraine from retinal migraine and other visual disturbances
Timeline Assessment
Analyzes symptom progression and duration patterns crucial for diagnosis
Specialized visual symptom evaluation
Ocular Migraine vs Retinal Migraine: Key Differences
Ocular Migraine (Visual Aura)
- Both eyes affected - Visual disturbances in both visual fields
- Positive symptoms - Zigzag lines, flashing lights, geometric patterns
- Gradual onset - Develops over 5-20 minutes
- Duration - 5-60 minutes typical
- More common - 25% of migraineurs experience aura
Retinal Migraine
- One eye only - Monocular vision loss
- Negative symptoms - Blind spots, partial or complete vision loss
- Sudden onset - Can develop rapidly
- Duration - Minutes to hours
- Rare condition - Requires urgent evaluation
Frequently Asked Questions
Can AI diagnose ocular migraines accurately?
Yes, AI can effectively assess ocular migraine symptoms by analyzing visual disturbance patterns, duration, and associated features against ICHD3 criteria for migraine with aura.
What's the difference between ocular migraine and retinal migraine?
Ocular migraine (migraine with visual aura) affects both eyes with visual disturbances like zigzag lines. Retinal migraine affects only one eye with temporary vision loss. Both can occur with or without headache.
Are ocular migraines dangerous?
Ocular migraines are generally not dangerous, but sudden vision changes should be evaluated to rule out serious conditions. Our AI assessment helps differentiate migraine-related visual symptoms from other causes.
Can you have ocular migraine without headache?
Yes, some people experience visual aura without subsequent headache, known as "silent migraine" or "acephalgic migraine." The visual symptoms follow the same pattern as typical migraine aura.
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