Thanks Tayla... these do seem to be most prevelent during flares, especially when the occipital headaches are at a high. I do plan on seeing an eye doc as it has been several years! What is the big deal in seeing another doc... lets see 7 new ones in about the past year . I am doing a trial on a pain pump on May 7 so will see if this helps any, cause probably will not get in to see an opto. before than.