There are several different types of migraine. The most common types of migraine are:
Migraine with aura – known as a ‘classic migraine’
There are specific warning signs just before the migraine begins; these can include visual disturbances such as seeing flashing lights or blind spots; or other disturbances such as difficulty speaking or tingling in the arms, legs or face.
Migraine without aura – known as a ‘common migraine’.
This is the most common type and occurs without any specific warning signs.
Migraine aura without headache – known as ‘silent migraine’
This is when an aura or other migraine symptoms are experienced, but no migraine headache develops.
There are other less common types of migraine, but these are not suitable for management via this service.