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I've been experiencing eye floaters for 5 or 6 years. but lately i've been experiencing more flashes of light (quick strips of light) and flickering
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PossibleRetinal tear: New flashing lights and a change in floaters may be a sign of a retinal tear, or worse, a retinal detachment. You need to make an appointment to see an eye md for a dilated examination.
Answered 12/5/2012
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Get a dilated exam: I recommend you see your nearest ophthalmologist to have a dilated eye exam as soon as you can.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Get examined: Get a dilated eye exam to ensure that you don't have a retinal tear. Retinal tears can lead to a retinal detachment which can blind.
Answered 12/25/2012
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