Question 1

my right eye keeps spasming on the bottom lid. it has been happening for the past 2 weeks every day. what could it be as it's very irritating?

Accepted Answer

Internal inflammatio: Individuals with Crohn's disease have auto-immune syndrome, which makes them prone to inflammation inside the ocular tissues. While taking oral prednisone, this can be very low-grade and subtle.  An eye surgeon uses examination instruments producing wonderful detail with LED lighting that can help see the microscopic cells [yes cells] of inflammation inside the eye , quickly diagnosing for Rx.

Question 2

i can't walk. my symptoms started a few months ago with involuntary eye movement and tremors/spasticity and now when i try to walk it feels like i'm being electrocuted in my legs and my knees can't hold me up. i don't have ins. & dont know what to do?

Accepted Answer

: You may go to a primary care doctor as a start although, you should go to the emergency room You may qualify for temporary insurance coverage. This sound like you need an MRI which is expensive

Question 3

lying down w eyes closed when got sharp pain btwn eyes n saw a bright flash of light. i opened eyes n saw swirling spirals until i turned lights on??

Accepted Answer

Retinal: images...including bright lights etc can persist even with open eyes in the dark!

This is probably normal but if you have any other visual symptoms get your eyes checked by an OPTHAMOLOGIST (M.D.)
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 4

did i have a tia? during masturbation i felt half my body go numb, bright flash of light & heard noise when eyes closed, headache after.

Accepted Answer

Thunderclap HA?: You may well have experienced an episode of classical migraine associated with orgasm, the so-called thunderclap headache.  Since this could occur in future, may not be a bad idea to discuss with your doctor a plan for a preventative medication to be employed prior to sexual activity.

Question 5

for a week, when i close my eyes to sleep, i have bright white flashes of light. the room is completely dark but my eyes see bright light when closed.

Accepted Answer

Flashing lights: in visual field indicates a need for you to see your opthalmogist (eye doc) ASAP.  It MAY be a retina that is detaching or it may be more minor.  Either way be safe.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

i saw a bright flash when my eyes were closed. happened 2 times already. had my eyes checked last month & my eye doctor said my eyes were fine?

Accepted Answer

Recheck: If these flashes are new since your recent eye check and if you're seeing new floaters or repeat flashes, have another eye check. However, i suspect no significant retinal problems are present but a recheck would give you peace of mind about having no detachments.

Question 7

when my eyes are closed and lights are flashing, i feel suddenly very afraid. is there an explanation for this?

Accepted Answer

Not your eyes: There may be an explanation but it does not in any way mean anything is wrong with your eyes.  Talk to your pcp.

Question 8

what causes yellow flash when my eyes are closed?

Accepted Answer

Could be retina: Please consult an ophthalmologist for dilated eye exam.  It can be from retina.

Question 9

why do i see bright purple light with eyes closed?

Accepted Answer

Afterimage: This color is generated by the retina as it changes the level of current sent to the brain with the change of light signal.

Question 10

laid down to sleep. when i closed my eyes i saw flashing white light. like a strobe light. only when i close my eyes. cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

No: If it happened once; no reason for any concern.
 If happens repeatedly and associated with headache/dizziness or vertigo some times then you should see your doctor for possibility of migrain.

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My right eye keeps spasming on the bottom lid. it has been happening for the past 2 weeks every day. what could it be as it's very irritating?

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I can't walk. my symptoms started a few months ago with involuntary eye movement and tremors/spasticity and now when i try to walk it feels like i'm being electrocuted in my legs and my knees can't hold me up. i don't have ins. & dont know what to do?

A member asked:

Lying down w eyes closed when got sharp pain btwn eyes n saw a bright flash of light. i opened eyes n saw swirling spirals until i turned lights on??

A member asked:

Did i have a tia? during masturbation i felt half my body go numb, bright flash of light & heard noise when eyes closed, headache after.

A member asked:

For a week, when i close my eyes to sleep, i have bright white flashes of light. the room is completely dark but my eyes see bright light when closed.

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I saw a bright flash when my eyes were closed. happened 2 times already. had my eyes checked last month & my eye doctor said my eyes were fine?

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When my eyes are closed and lights are flashing, i feel suddenly very afraid. is there an explanation for this?

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What causes yellow flash when my eyes are closed?

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Why do i see bright purple light with eyes closed?

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Laid down to sleep. when i closed my eyes i saw flashing white light. like a strobe light. only when i close my eyes. cause for concern?

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