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Does double vision happen when your blood pressure is high?
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Diplopia, high BP: Yes hypertension can cause double vision ( diplopia). This is due to an ischemic event in the brain stem as a consequence of the high blood pressure.
Answered 12/19/2016
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Diplopia: Elevated blood pressure can cause disturbances in vision and potentially diplopia. Many other issues can cause diplopia more commonly so i would recommend seeing an eye doctor for further evaluation.
Answered 12/19/2016
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Can happen: Double vision most often due, if comes and goes, to a dry year film. If more persistent: cataract; ocular muscle nerve damage which can be due to high blood pressure. Have patient see eyeMD for full evaluation.
Answered 12/3/2015
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