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I have been having random flashes of light in my eyes for almost 3 months now. i've had three retinal exams & an mri which were all normal. help?

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Any other symptoms?: 3 eyes exams and a head MRI all normal? Consider some counseling to see if you feel better

Answered 7/2/2015

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Ocular Migraine: It is an aura of regular migraine but in this situation you do not get headache you get different kind of visual disturbances temporarily including flashes of light. To read more check this link http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/migraine-headache/expert-answers/ocular-migraine/faq-20058113

Answered 7/3/2015

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