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I have bright flashes occurring in the peripheral vision of my left eye when i am in the dark. what does it mean?
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See ophthalmologist : this could be beginnings of a detached retina...or simply nothing serious. Need eye doc to fully exam your eyes to determine exact dx. I personally had similar problem this past year. Fortunately, it was not a retinal tare. However, a friend of mine had the real deal and needed laser repair of his retina...he's doing fine.
Answered 3/15/2022
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Agree with Dr. K: It is imperative that you see a retina specialist at the earliest. Your symptoms are consistent with retinal detachment and delaying treatment could make matters worse. Wish you good health.
Answered 12/16/2018
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