Aura is generally harmless. The visual disturbances may temporarily interfere with certain daily activities such as reading or driving, but the condition usually is not considered serious.

Are visual auras bad?

Recognizing an emergency. Migraine aura is not in itself dangerous. Symptoms start gradually, last less than 1 hour, and go away completely when the aura is over. But migraine aura symptoms can sometimes look and feel like other serious conditions, such as a stroke.

When should I worry about my aura?

Any time an aura changes or is prolonged (lasting more that 60 minutes), an evaluation should be sought. With your new symptoms, which are atypical, you should see a neurologist. It's important to be evaluated to rule out worrisome causes, such as seizure or tumor.