Migraine with aura

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Migraine with aura

Description: Moderate to severe throbbing with aura

Location: One or both sides of the head

Duration: Four to 72 hours

Frequency: Recurrent, with widely variable frequency

Other symptoms: Bright flashing lights or a blind spot 10 to 30 minutes beforehand. For some, includes confusion, numbness in extremities, nausea and difficulty with speech

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