Facioplegic Migraine Treatment in Turkey
About Facioplegic Migraine
Key Highlights
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Accurate diagnosis by a specialist neurologist to differentiate from other serious conditions.Targeted treatment plans to manage both acute pain and prevent future episodes.Focus on preventing potential long-term complications like permanent nerve palsy.Multidisciplinary approach may involve ophthalmologists for eye movement assessment.Personalized management strategies based on individual symptom patterns and triggers.
Who is this surgery for?
- Recurrent episodes of severe, one-sided headache.
- Headache accompanied by temporary paralysis or weakness of eye muscles (ophthalmoplegia).
- Symptoms such as double vision, drooping eyelid (ptosis), or dilated pupil during a migraine attack.
- When other causes of ophthalmoplegia (like aneurysm, tumor, or diabetes) have been ruled out via imaging.
- History of migraines with atypical neurological symptoms affecting the eyes.
How to prepare
- Detailed documentation of headache history, including frequency, duration, and associated eye symptoms.
- Undergo a comprehensive neurological examination by the specialist.
- Complete necessary diagnostic imaging, typically an MRI of the brain with contrast, as advised.
- Provide a complete list of current medications, supplements, and any known migraine triggers.
- Discuss personal and family medical history, especially regarding migraines or other neurological conditions.
Risks & possible complications
- Potential for misdiagnosis, as symptoms can mimic more serious conditions like aneurysms.
- Risk of the ophthalmoplegia (eye muscle weakness) becoming permanent with repeated attacks.
- Side effects from medications used for acute treatment or prevention (e.g., triptans, beta-blockers, anticonvulsants).
- Recurrence of migraine episodes despite preventive therapy.
- Impact on daily activities and quality of life due to visual disturbances during attacks.
Recovery & hospital stay
- The ophthalmoplegia (eye weakness) typically resolves gradually over days to weeks after the headache subsides.
- Follow the neurologist's prescribed medication regimen strictly for both acute and preventive care.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor recovery and adjust treatment if needed.
- Identify and avoid personal migraine triggers (e.g., specific foods, stress, lack of sleep).
- Report any new, worsening, or persistent symptoms to your neurologist immediately.
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Typical hospital stay:
Usually outpatient (0 days)
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Expected recovery time:
7-90 days for full resolution of symptoms
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering facioplegic migraine in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for facioplegic migraine in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Medical Park Gaziosmanpaşa, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform facioplegic migraine. MediFyr helps you compare neurologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for facioplegic migraine compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Facioplegic Migraine in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing facioplegic migraine.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Vihaan Roy, a 28-year-old software engineer,...
Vihaan Roy, a 28-year-old software engineer, had always been active and ambitious. His career was taking off, but for the past 18 months, he had been plagued by episodes of intense, one-sided headache accompanied by a terrifying and complete paralysis of the left side of his face. These 'facioplegic migraines' would strike without warning, lasting for days and forcing him to cancel meetings and social plans. He lived in constant anxiety of the next attack, fearing it would happen during a critical presentation. His neurologist, after ruling out stroke and other conditions with MRIs and thorough testing, recommended a trial of a Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide (CGRP) monoclonal antibody injection, a targeted preventive therapy. Vihaan was nervous about starting a monthly injection but felt desperate for relief. The first injection was quick, with only mild site soreness. Over the next three months, the frequency and severity of his facial paralysis episodes decreased dramatically. He has now been attack-free for four months. Emotionally, he has transitioned from a state of constant vigilance and fear to one of cautious optimism. He feels he has regained control over his life and his career trajectory, no longer defined by his condition.