Question 1

can medicine cause vision changes in just one eye?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Internally ingested meds usually affect both eyes. Topically if only one eye is treated, obviously yes.

Question 2

2 mo postpartum with blurred
vision in one eye. how long can vision changes last after you stop breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Ophthalmologist asap: Please, you need immediate evaluation, you shouldn't have vision problems with breastfeeding, pregnancy or labor, good luck

Question 3

sev.vision changes, noticeable signs are black spots under eyes, tired eyes, have to strain to close one eye, if not strain results in eyelid twitching

Accepted Answer

Glasses: It is possible you may need a prescription for glasses.  See your ophthalmologist.

Question 4

what causes the iris color(brown) on the left side to look as if its spreading into the whites of my eyes?i have no vision changes?should i be concern

Accepted Answer

Eye pigment: can you post a photo?  it would be most helpful?  Most likely not a concern. Some folks get some pigment deposit on the white of the eye.  Rarely is this a concern, but as with issues like this, seeing it for the provider is very important to help make a correct diagnosis and inform you correctly.

Question 5

what are some common causes of eye pressure and vision changes?

Accepted Answer

Glaucoma: The most common cause of high pressure in the eye is glaucoma.  If you are simply feeling pressues--this could be sinusitus.

Question 6

headaches everyday.vision changes, mostly at night. feels like i'm going cross eyed when i look ahead. what could be causing it?

Accepted Answer

Headache: Any headache must be viewed as a valid medical disorder and the assessment must be comprehensive. Once a diagnosis of the specific headache has been made, effective management of headache should be initiated and managed by headache or orofacial pain specialist. Good start.

Question 7

vision changes in last six months, vision starts okay in the am then gets very blurry throughout the day. eye doc says eyes are fine, use lubricating ?

Accepted Answer

Blurry vision: Blurry vision that develops during the day can be caused by dry eyes (keratoconjunctivitis sicca), allergies and medications, to name a few.  Lubricating drops or allergy drops that are preservative free can be used for relief.

Question 8

while i was on a bike, i saw someone a few meters away welding on the street. by accident, i looked at it and got flashed in my eyes. it's been a few hours that i have this tired feeling in my right eye, no vision changes so far. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: No

Question 9

i have less color in right eye, decreased night vision, palinopsia, and other vision changes. what are possible causes?

Accepted Answer

Likely you: A retinal and/or optic nerve problem.  Schedule an appointment with an ophthalmologist soon.

Question 10

quite suddenly, started having pain under right eye (socket) getting worse fairly quickly. now hurts when blinking.  no vision changes. no discharge.

Accepted Answer

Swelling?: If you are having swelling or pain in the eye socket itself, this may require more urgent evaluation.  Pressure in the maxillary sinus under the eye can cause similar pain and can often be relieved with saline nasal rinses and antihistamines.

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Can medicine cause vision changes in just one eye?

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2 mo postpartum with blurred vision in one eye. how long can vision changes last after you stop breastfeeding?

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Sev.vision changes, noticeable signs are black spots under eyes, tired eyes, have to strain to close one eye, if not strain results in eyelid twitching

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What causes the iris color(brown) on the left side to look as if its spreading into the whites of my eyes?i have no vision changes?should i be concern

A member asked:

What are some common causes of eye pressure and vision changes?

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Headaches everyday.vision changes, mostly at night. feels like i'm going cross eyed when i look ahead. what could be causing it?

A member asked:

Vision changes in last six months, vision starts okay in the am then gets very blurry throughout the day. eye doc says eyes are fine, use lubricating ?

A member asked:

While i was on a bike, i saw someone a few meters away welding on the street. by accident, i looked at it and got flashed in my eyes. it's been a few hours that i have this tired feeling in my right eye, no vision changes so far. should i be worried?

A member asked:

I have less color in right eye, decreased night vision, palinopsia, and other vision changes. what are possible causes?

A member asked:

Quite suddenly, started having pain under right eye (socket) getting worse fairly quickly. now hurts when blinking. no vision changes. no discharge.

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