What Is A Migraine Aura?

Although visual impairment is most commonly associated with auras there are other symptoms that indicate that an aura is being experienced:
Visual Impairments

Blurred vision;

Partial loss of sight;

Flashes of light and color;

A bright shape that blocks vision, usually only in one eye but sometimes both;

Geometric or wavy lines.

Motor Impediments

Partial paralysis;

Weakness or heaviness in the limbs on the [...]

Migraines vs. Other Types of Headaches

 
The list below describes the 3 most common types of headaches.
1. Migraines
The primary symptoms that accompany a migraine headache are:

throbbing or hammering pain that’s usually localized to one side of the head;

lengthy duration (from a few hours to up to 3 days);

pain that’s moderate to severe;

These can sometimes be accompanied by an aura, nausea [...]

Common Migraine Symptoms

Common migraine symptoms include:

A throbbing pain on one or both sides of your head;

An aura, which is characterized by the appearance of a bright shape, flashes of light, or blurred or blocked vision. It usually occurs in one eye and can be accompanied by facial numbness or tingling;

Pain that ranges from moderate to almost intolerable;

Nausea, [...]