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I am seeing flashing lights from the side vision?
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Seek Help: Flashes of light may be benign but since they are also associated with retinal tears and/or retinal detachment, you should seek an ophthalmologist (as soon as possible) for a dilated retinal exam.
Answered 2/26/2016
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