Complex Migraines: Symptoms, Causes, and What to Do

Complex migraines have been known to be mistaken for strokes because they share similar indicators. Stroke symptoms, however, last for about 24 hours, whereas a migraine's duration typically spans 4 to 12 hours.

Cold

• Your hands or feet can become cold when you have a complex migraine.

Weakness

• Such migraines drain you of energy and leave you feeling lethargic.

Numbness

• Your extremities or the side of your face may go numb from the headache.

Blindness

• Some people are temporarily blinded by complex migraines, or their vision becomes clouded.

Dizziness

• Feeling lightheaded or dizzy is a common migraine symptom.

Nausea

• Complex migraines cause nausea or feeling sick to your stomach if you are around strong smells.