Retinal Migraine Treatment in Turkey
About Retinal Migraine
Key Highlights
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Accurate diagnosis to differentiate from more serious eye or brain conditions.Personalized management plan to reduce attack frequency and severity.Non-invasive diagnostic approach primarily involving clinical evaluation.Focus on preventive strategies and lifestyle modifications for long-term control.Expert care from a neurologist specializing in headache disorders.
Who is this surgery for?
- Experiencing temporary, reversible monocular visual disturbances (e.g., scintillations, scotoma, blindness).
- Visual symptoms lasting less than 60 minutes, typically followed by a headache.
- Recurrent episodes of one-sided visual loss or aura confined to a single eye.
- Need to rule out critical conditions like amaurosis fugax, retinal detachment, or stroke.
- When over-the-counter medications are ineffective in managing associated headache pain.
How to prepare
- Keep a detailed headache diary documenting visual symptoms, duration, triggers, and associated headaches.
- Bring a list of all current medications, supplements, and past medical history to the consultation.
- Be prepared for a comprehensive neurological examination.
- You may be asked to undergo imaging tests (like an MRI) or see an ophthalmologist; follow any pre-test instructions provided.
- Discuss any family history of migraines or vascular disorders with your neurologist.
Risks & possible complications
- Misdiagnosis, as symptoms can mimic serious conditions like transient ischemic attack (TIA) or retinal artery occlusion.
- Side effects from prescribed preventive or acute migraine medications (e.g., fatigue, dizziness, weight changes).
- Anxiety or stress related to the visual symptoms and their recurrence.
- Very rarely, prolonged retinal migraine could theoretically contribute to permanent visual deficit, though this is exceptionally uncommon.
- Potential for medication overuse headache if acute treatments are used too frequently.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery from an individual attack is typically swift, with vision returning to normal within an hour.
- Post-consultation, follow the neurologist's prescribed management plan, which may include daily preventive medication.
- Identify and avoid personal migraine triggers (e.g., specific foods, stress, lack of sleep).
- Attend scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor the effectiveness of the treatment strategy.
- Implement recommended lifestyle changes such as regular sleep patterns, hydration, and stress management techniques.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
Immediate to 1 hour per episode (for symptom resolution); long-term management is ongoing.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering retinal migraine in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for retinal migraine in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 retinal 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 retinal migraine compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 16 – USD 109 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Immediate to 1 hour per episode (for symptom resolution); long-term management is ongoing. | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 121 – USD 805 | 0 days (typically outpatient) | ~ Immediate to 1 hour per episode (for symptom resolution); long-term management is ongoing. | Know More |
Top hospitals for Retinal Migraine in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated neurology teams and experience managing patients undergoing retinal migraine.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Had my gallbladder out last week....
Had my gallbladder out last week. The surgery itself was fine, but the first two days after were rough. Dr. Madhumitha was really on top of my pain meds, adjusting them a few times until it was manageable. She checked on me every morning and evening at MGM, which helped a lot. I'm home now and the recovery is going okay, just taking it slow.