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What are the flashes of light in my eyes that i see in dark room?
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Flashing lights: Flashing lights in the eyes with the lights out cound be a sign of retinal issues (tears, breaks, or detachment), migraine headache related, or other issues. You need to see an eye doctor as soon as possible for an evaluation.
Answered 9/5/2012
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