Question 1

do you who has marfan syndrome also expierence jumping of the eye(s)/like a shiny silver flashing thing in the corners of your eyes?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: In Marfan syndrome, it is possible to have ocular manifestations.  The most classic associated eye finding in Marfan syndrome is lens dislocation. This can cause visual disturbances.  It is important that everyone with Marfan syndrome be examined by an ophthalmologist on a regular basis (annual).   Retinal detachment also occurs in patients with Marfan syndrome.

Question 2

why do i see white flashes with my eyes shut?

Accepted Answer

Could be retina : When you have flashes of light we worry that you could have some traction that is stimulating your retina.  This can occasionally lead to a tear in the retina.  If they are light lightning bolts in your peripheral vision it would be a good idea to have an eye exam.

Question 3

what causes seeing flashes when shutting eyes?

Accepted Answer

Vitreous detachment: Vitreous detachment, or separation, is the most common cause of new onset flashes.  If you have new onset flashes, even if you only notice them when you close your eyes, you should have a thorough eye exam to assess for retinal tears or detachment.

Question 4

why is it that i see flashing lights in my eyes?

Accepted Answer

The vitreous gel : that fills your eye is in constant contact with the retina, the film that allows you to see light in the back of your eye. Sometimes the vitreous gel tugs on the retina and this causes you to perceive a flash of light. You should have a dilated eye exam to make that the vitreous tugging did not cause a retinal tear or detachment. Be well.

Question 5

help! there's white flashes in the corner of my eyes?

Accepted Answer

Flashing lights: is a sign of tugging or "traction" on the retina, the film in the back of your eye. Have a dilated exam by an eye doctor to make sure there is no retinal tear or detachment. Good luck.

Question 6

i sometimes see flashing lights in my eyes, what is it?

Accepted Answer

Get checked: Much like you feel pain when you pull on your skin, you see flashes when something tugs on your retina. It is usually a sign of the vitreous (the gel in your eye) shrinking and pulling on your retina and this can result in a retinal tear. You should get checked by an eye doc asap.

Question 7

could you tell me why i see flashing lights in my eyes?

Accepted Answer

The vitreous gel : that fills your eye is in constant contact with the retina, the film that allows you to see light in the back of your eye. Sometimes the vitreous gel tugs on the retina and this causes you to perceive a flash of light. You should have a dilated eye exam to make that the vitreous tugging did not cause a retinal tear or detachment. Be well.

Question 8

how do you relieve symtons to a weld flash to the eyes?

Accepted Answer

Corneal sunburn: This is the same thing as a sunburn to the skin only it is the highly innervated cornea which causes signficant pain.  The best you can do is lubricate the eye with ordinary tear drops and wait for it to renew itself which usually takes 1/2 to 1 day.  You can take tylenol (acetaminophen) to relieve some of the discomfort in the meantime.

Question 9

i'm having flashes in my eyes, will it go away over time?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Flashing lights in the eyes can be due to many issues such as retinal tears, vitreous detachments, migraine headaches, neurologic disease, and others.  How quickly the lights resolve depends on the cause.

Question 10

help please! i'm having white flashes in the corner of my eyes?

Accepted Answer

Flashing lights: is a sign of tugging or "traction" on the retina, the film in the back of your eye. Have a dilated exam by an eye doctor to make sure there is no retinal tear or detachment. Good luck.

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Do you who has marfan syndrome also expierence jumping of the eye(s)/like a shiny silver flashing thing in the corners of your eyes?

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Why do i see white flashes with my eyes shut?

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What causes seeing flashes when shutting eyes?

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Why is it that i see flashing lights in my eyes?

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Help! there's white flashes in the corner of my eyes?

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I sometimes see flashing lights in my eyes, what is it?

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Could you tell me why i see flashing lights in my eyes?

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How do you relieve symtons to a weld flash to the eyes?

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Help please! i'm having white flashes in the corner of my eyes?

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