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I see a large purple circle whenever i enter a dark room or stare at a dark area. it lasts for a second. (i have an undiagnosed disease causing eye floaters, flashes of light upon head movement, muscle weakness, aches, rashes. have slight cataracts.)?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be seen: You would be well served to be seen and have a thorough evaluation by both a neurologist and an ophthalmologist.

Dr Paolillo agreed

Answered 7/27/2021

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A member asked:

I see a large purple circle whenever i enter a dark room or stare at a dark area. it lasts for a second. (i have an undiagnosed disease causing eye floaters, flashes of light upon head movement, muscle weakness, aches, rashes. have slight cataracts.)?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Dr Paolillo agreed

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