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I have lightning like flashes in corner of right eye. it just started today. i keep thinking it may rain. what can it be? i'm healthy, on thyroid meds
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Need exam: This is something very common but needs to be seen soon to make sure the retina has no holes or tears.
Answered 3/8/2019
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Need eye exam soon: The most common cause of this is a vitreous detachment which can lead to a retinal detachment or retinal tear. See an ophthalmologist soon for evaluation.
Answered 11/3/2019
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