Renowned writer and neurologist Oliver Sacks describes non-visual auras, correlations between migraine and memory loss, migraine’s connection to strange dreams and more in Answers to Reader Questions on the New York Times migraine blog. Inquiries and responses aren’t about medical advice, but less frequently discussed components of migraine.
Topics covered:
- Non-visual auras (like hallucinating or distorting sounds or smells, tingling in limbs, etc.)
- Hormone levels
- Genetics
- Emotional changes
- Creativity and intelligence
- Bizarre dreams
- Memory loss
As always, his post contains thoughtful answers and colorful stories.