Question 1

why is it that i get peripheral vision distortion?

Accepted Answer

Peripheral vision: While this can be normal if it happens for a few minutes at the end of extreme exercise, most of the time it is abnormal. Serious conditions like glaucoma and retinal detachment can cause this. See a specialist eye MD and get checked out.

Question 2

why do i get peripheral vision distortion sometimes?

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Depends: It could be a type of a migraine headache even if you do not experience the pain.  I would however have it checked out by your doctor. Does aleve, (naproxen) aspirin, excedrine or Ibuprofen help?

Question 3

what causes peripheral vision distortion? it sounds like migraine.

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Could be: The most likely cause for this symptoms is occipital migraine which causes a greying out of the vision the the corresponding peripheral 1/2 of vision of each eye with surrounding flashing lights lasting up to 2 hours and leaving with no trace. Persistent flashing in one eye only especially with lowered vision and floaters might be a retinal detachment and needs ophthalmological evaluation soon.

Question 4

i am experiencing peripheral vision distortion in my left eye. the effect seems like looking through moving water. it happened only briefly. gone now?

Accepted Answer

Vision disturbance: 73 F from CA experienced peripheral vision issue like looking through moving water. Brief. Asks Gone now? ANS-this may be a sign of blood flow issues in your eye and or warning sign of coming stroke. See your Dr. ASAP for evaluation. Need careful eye exam.

Question 5

cause of peripheral vision loss?

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No: If you are experiencing peripheral vision loss, you should be evaluated for glaucoma, optic nerve disease, or a possible mass or infiltrative lesion.

Question 6

peripheral vision loss due to ageing?

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No: Aging in and of itself never causes peripheral vision loss.  If you are experiencing peripheral vision loss, you should be evaluated for glaucoma, optic nerve disease, or a possible mass or infiltrative lesion.

Question 7

is peripheral vision loss symmetrical?

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Sometimes: Depends upon the cause:  if due to inherited retinal disease it is usually symmetric.  If due to glaucoma or retinal vascular disease it is assymmetrical and spotty.  If due to CNS problems like stroke, it is symmetrical and sudden.

Question 8

what exactly can cause peripheral vision loss?

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Many: The most common are strokes and glaucoma, but there are many others.  See an ophthalmologist for evaluation.

Question 9

can people with peripheral vision loss drive safely?

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Maybe: Peripheral vision loss may vary from undetectable to profound.  One of the best ways to determine the loss is to take a visual field test followed by a careful exam.  If the loss is in one eye then the possibility exists of an unrestricted license.  Your local dmv has details and may require a road test.  Your first visit should be with your ophthalmologist.

Question 10

are there people that drive ok with peripheral vision loss ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but: The patient needs to have a visual field test to determine how much field loss there is.  Sometimes, there is so much that they cannot drive legally.  Good luck.

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