OK thanks for the info. Mine are similar and quite random. Other than always just after I wake in the morning.
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I would get migraine aura about a couple of times a month prior to mild stroke. Found a couple of paracetamol would dsperse them a little quicker.
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Itās not until you have this happen that you find out how common it is. Iāve had migraine auras since my mid 20ās and Iām 73 now. They have always varied in frequency and intensity, but each episode is usually over in about 25 minutes. I donāt get headache pain with them and theyāve become more of an incovenience than a worry.
I had my stroke on first of June 2023 and since then Iāve had just one of them. It bothered me when it came on because I wondered if it was going to be worse but it was pretty much the same as all the others Iāve ever had. My ischemic stroke was caused by stenosis of the right carotid and Iāve never heard of that being associated with migraine auras. Actually this latest attack came well after my endarterectomy so itās unlikey to be connected. There are various theories what they are but the truth is that nobody knows for sure. Mine are usually triggered by bright or flashing lights.
Thanks for your input. The PC screen seems to be a trigger. Currently mine are decreasing in frequency and duration. None at all yesterday!
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Great news, Yes, the PC screen triggered mine last week. I usually reach for the dark glasses until itās passed.
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Hi Simon, The drifting ribbon of flashing jagged lights is also what I get, following on from an intitial blank spot in the centre. Interesting that your flashes come in black and white, mine are always blues, yellows, reds.
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That is similar to what happens to me. I describe it as a kaleidoscope. Even when I close my eyes and sit in darkness it is still there.
One of my major triggers is bright sunshine. Sunglasses (polarising) are essential for me on a bright day.
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That is always the first thing to happen. a āholeā in my vision, then I know it will be about 5 minutes until itās full on. . I say āFlash Attackā if my wife is there so she knows whatās happening. Well, actually it usually has an āfā word as a prefix. 
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Thats interesting, you had them before your stroke and not since, my experience is the opposite.
the picture I added to my report I downloaded from the internet and is not exactly like the ones I experience, Mine are square multi coloured boxes but I didnt think think the shape mattered, just the fact that the apparition exists.
Incidentally, itās still there even when I close my eyes!
Deigh
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Now I recall visual migraines in the weeks prior to my stroke they were like jagged flashing lights in the corner of my eye again have had none since would have been nice to know it was a warning sign.
Thanks to all who have made me welcome now off to read some more experiences good luck to you all
wattsy
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These are like mine so wonderful to read so many of us have these funny eye auras.
Mine used to be accompanied by headaches not in recent years.
I thought the increase in frequency (several a month sometimes 4 a day) was due to hormones being a female of a certain age.
Thanks everyone.
The picture was spot on although mine is almost clear no colour and jiggles a bit.
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@Mabel1 I donāt t link my migraine auras with my stroke at all. Iām not saying itās the same for everyone and maybe some people do have a definite link. My auras began when I was fit and in my mid 20s. They used to be much more frequent into my 40s and 50s. I had my stroke almost a year ago at 72. Since then Iāve had maybe 2 or 3 but I havenāt had one now for several months. They were exactly the same as they have always been. So there is no pattern to suggest they have anything to do with my stroke. Just saying that unless they bother you a lot donāt worry about them. If your actual vision deteriorates or needs attention then it would be worth mentioning them to your doctor or optometrist.
Best wishes.
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Thank you for your kind reply @Strings
I donāt think Iām over worried, but genuinely think ātheyā reckon having migraines with arura increases your likihood of having stroke. I havenāt been allowed to have HRT because of them nor the contraceptive pill when I was younger. The reason given was an increased risk of a stroke for the HRT. Or Risk of DVT, I think for the pill, but that was so long ago I canāt remember too well!
Thanks again
Toni x
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