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Need doctor's help! what do you call the colours you see when you rub your eyes?
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Pressure Phosphenes: These are called "pressure phosphenes, " which are caused by stimulating the cells of the retina due to the pressure of rubbing the eyes. Hope that helps!
Answered 4/25/2014
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